What is the severity of CVE-2025-47491?

CVE-2025-47491 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via Cross-Site Request Forgery.

How do I fix CVE-2025-47491?

To fix CVE-2025-47491, update the WordPress Contact Form Widget to version 1.4.7 or later.

What is the impact of CVE-2025-47491 on my website?

The impact of CVE-2025-47491 could lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of a logged-in user, compromising the website's security.

Which versions of the WordPress Contact Form Widget are affected by CVE-2025-47491?

CVE-2025-47491 affects all versions of the WordPress Contact Form Widget up to and including version 1.4.6.

Is it necessary to implement additional security measures after fixing CVE-2025-47491?

Yes, it is advisable to implement additional security measures such as using CSRF tokens in forms to prevent future vulnerabilities.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2025-47491

high

7.4

CWE

352

EPSS

0.015%

7/5/2025

8/5/2025

CVE-2025-47491: WordPress Contact Form Widget <= 1.4.6 - Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Vulnerability

First published: Wed May 07 2025(Updated: )

Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in A WP Life Contact Form Widget allows Cross Site Request Forgery. This issue affects Contact Form Widget: from n/a through 1.4.6.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WordPress Contact Form Widget	<=1.4.6

Remedy

Update the WordPress Contact Form Widget plugin to the latest available version (at least 1.4.7).

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/new-contact-form-widget/vulnerability/wordpress-contact-form-widget-1-4-6-cross-site-request-forgery-csrf-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-47491?
CVE-2025-47491 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via Cross-Site Request Forgery.
How do I fix CVE-2025-47491?
To fix CVE-2025-47491, update the WordPress Contact Form Widget to version 1.4.7 or later.
What is the impact of CVE-2025-47491 on my website?
The impact of CVE-2025-47491 could lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of a logged-in user, compromising the website's security.
Which versions of the WordPress Contact Form Widget are affected by CVE-2025-47491?
CVE-2025-47491 affects all versions of the WordPress Contact Form Widget up to and including version 1.4.6.
Is it necessary to implement additional security measures after fixing CVE-2025-47491?
Yes, it is advisable to implement additional security measures such as using CSRF tokens in forms to prevent future vulnerabilities.

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