CVE-2025-57902 in RIS Version Switcher Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 09/22/2025
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in Md Taufiqur Rahman RIS Version Switcher – Downgrade or Upgrade WP Versions Easily allows Cross Site Request Forgery. This issue affects RIS Version Switcher – Downgrade or Upgrade WP Versions Easily: from n/a through 1.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/24/2025
The CVE-2025-57902 vulnerability represents a critical cross-site request forgery flaw within the Md Taufiqur Rahman RIS Version Switcher plugin for WordPress. This vulnerability specifically impacts the RIS Version Switcher – Downgrade or Upgrade WP Versions Easily plugin, affecting all versions from the initial release through version 1.0. The vulnerability arises from insufficient validation of request origins and lack of proper anti-CSRF token implementation within the plugin's administrative interfaces. This allows malicious actors to trick authenticated WordPress administrators into executing unauthorized actions through crafted requests that appear legitimate to the web application.
The technical exploitation of this CSRF vulnerability occurs when an authenticated administrator visits a malicious website or clicks on a compromised link that triggers unauthorized requests to the vulnerable WordPress installation. The plugin's failure to implement proper CSRF protection mechanisms means that requests to modify WordPress versions can be executed without proper authorization checks. This flaw directly maps to CWE-352, which defines Cross-Site Request Forgery vulnerabilities as security weaknesses that allow attackers to force authenticated users to perform actions they did not intend to execute. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it targets the core WordPress version management functionality, potentially allowing attackers to downgrade or upgrade WordPress installations to versions that may contain known security flaws or be incompatible with existing plugins and themes.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple privilege escalation as it enables attackers to manipulate critical WordPress infrastructure components. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to downgrade a WordPress installation to an older version containing known security vulnerabilities, potentially creating a more exploitable environment. Alternatively, they might attempt to upgrade to an unstable version that could introduce compatibility issues or security weaknesses. The attack surface is particularly concerning given that WordPress administrators typically possess extensive privileges including the ability to modify core files, install plugins, and manage user accounts. This vulnerability directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078.004 which describes valid accounts as a method for gaining access, and T1548.001 which covers abuse of credentials for privilege escalation. The vulnerability could also facilitate further attacks by enabling the installation of malicious plugins or themes through the compromised version management interface.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2025-57902 should prioritize immediate plugin updates to versions that address the CSRF vulnerability, though the affected version range suggests this may not yet be available. Administrators should implement additional security measures including the use of security headers such as Content Security Policy to limit cross-origin requests, and ensure that all WordPress installations maintain up-to-date core versions and plugins. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls can help detect and block malicious CSRF attempts, while security monitoring should be implemented to detect unauthorized version changes in WordPress installations. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of implementing proper anti-CSRF measures in all web applications, particularly those handling administrative functions. Organizations should conduct comprehensive security assessments of their WordPress installations to identify similar vulnerabilities in other plugins and themes, as this represents a common pattern of security oversight in WordPress ecosystem components. Regular security audits and adherence to secure coding practices including mandatory CSRF token validation for all state-changing requests are essential defensive measures against this class of vulnerability.