CVE-2014-9414: The W3 Total Cache plugin before 0.9.4.1 for WordPress does not properly handle empty nonces, which allows...

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CVE-2014-9414 affects old W3 Total Cache WordPress installations. A malicious site could trick a logged-in WordPress administrator into changing the plugin’s mobile redirect setting, potentially sending mobile visitors to an attacker-controlled page. The sources do not show confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running W3 Total Cache versions before 0.9.4.1 with administrators who can be socially engineered while authenticated. Current exposure cannot be inferred from the provided sources. Treat this as a targeted website integrity risk, not a confirmed mass-exploitation emergency. Prioritize remediation where legacy WordPress sites remain internet-facing or mobile traffic is business-critical. Mitigation focus: Upgrade W3 Total Cache to 0.9.4.1 or later.; Review vendor changelog and guidance for the affected release.; Inspect mobile redirect settings for unauthorized destinations..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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