Vulnerability Description
The WidgetPack Comment System plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the wpcmt_sync action in the wpcmt_request_handler function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to trigger comment synchronization events 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/widgetpack-comment-system/tags/1.6.1/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/widgetpack-comment-system/tags/1.6.1/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/01996a4c-0ad8-4da8-bfa
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-9621?
CVE-2025-9621 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The WidgetPack Comment System plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the ...
How severe is CVE-2025-9621?
CVE-2025-9621 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-2025-9621?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.