Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This WordPress plugin issue lets an attacker trick a logged-in site administrator into making the plugin block an IP address. It requires administrator interaction, so it is not a direct remote takeover, but it can disrupt site operations or lock out legitimate users if abused.
Executive priority
Treat as a moderate-priority WordPress plugin issue. It is interaction-dependent, but administrator-targeted CSRF can still create operational disruption. Prioritize exposed public WordPress sites and administrative workflows.
Technical view
CVE-2024-13405 is a CSRF flaw in Apptivo Business Site CRM for WordPress through version 5.3. Missing or incorrect nonce validation on the awp_ip_deny page allows unauthenticated attackers to submit forged requests that block IP addresses when a site administrator is induced to act.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites using Apptivo Business Site CRM versions reported as up to and including 5.3. Sites without the plugin are not exposed based on the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. Exploitation requires user interaction by a logged-in administrator, such as clicking a crafted link or performing an attacker-induced action.
Researcher notes
The provided data identifies CWE-352 and CVSS 4.3. Evidence names the vulnerable page and impact but does not provide a fixed version or active exploitation confirmation. Avoid claiming compromise risk beyond unauthorized IP blocking.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for Apptivo Business Site CRM installations.
- Check WordPress plugin and vendor guidance for a fixed or safe version.
- Update according to vendor guidance when a fixed release is confirmed.
- Disable or remove the plugin if it is unnecessary or cannot be safely updated.
- Warn administrators against opening unsolicited links while logged in.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether the plugin is installed and record its version.
- Flag versions up to and including 5.3 as affected per the sources.
- Review IP deny settings for unexpected or unauthorized blocked addresses.
- Verify remediation against vendor or Wordfence guidance before closing.
- Track KEV and vendor advisories for any exploitation updates.
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- Medium
- CVSS
- 4.3 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N2.81.4Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
4.3MediumVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
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Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.