Vulnerability Description
The HelpDesk contact form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.5. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the handle_query_args() function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to update the plugin's license ID and contact form ID settings via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/helpdesk-contact-form/tags/1.1.5/incl
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/helpdesk-contact-form/trunk/includes/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3439463/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/342ece60-faf1-4fee-bf1
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-13657?
CVE-2025-13657 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The HelpDesk contact form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.5. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the hand...
How severe is CVE-2025-13657?
CVE-2025-13657 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-2025-13657?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.