Vulnerability Description
The ViaAds plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.2. This is due to missing nonce validation on the `ViaAds_pluginHandler` function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify the plugin's API key and cookie consent settings via a forged request granted they can trick an administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/viaads/tags/2.1.1/apikey.php#L81
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3395777/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/00f65117-e8f7-41d8-bdf
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12070?
CVE-2025-12070 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The ViaAds plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.2. This is due to missing nonce validation on the `ViaAds_pluginHandler` function....
How severe is CVE-2025-12070?
CVE-2025-12070 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-12070?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.