CVE-2024-13580 XV Random Quotes <= 1.40 - Settings Reset via CSRF

Medium 4.3 Published Updated

Attackers can force logged-in administrators to reset plugin settings via CSRF, compromising configuration integrity.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2024-13580?

CVE-2024-13580 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Unknown XV Random Quotes, published on 11 Mar 2025. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

The XV Random Quotes WordPress plugin through 1.40 does not have CSRF check in place when updating its settings, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin reset them via a CSRF attack

Weakness: CWE-352

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-13580?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Xavivars Xv Random Quotes.

How do I fix CVE-2024-13580?

No fix has been published for CVE-2024-13580 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2024-13580 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-13580 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-xxrr-x8j4-g44v.

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