CVE-2025-13657 Details
Description
The HelpDesk contact form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.5. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the handle_query_args() function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to update the plugin's license ID and contact form ID settings via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
A Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability has been identified in the HelpDesk contact form plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions through 1.1.5. The vulnerability arises from inadequate nonce validation in the handle_query_args() function, allowing unauthenticated attackers to manipulate the plugin's license ID and contact form ID settings. Exploitation requires tricking a site administrator into clicking a link that initiates the forged request.
No known patch is available for this vulnerability. Users are advised to review the vulnerability details and consider uninstalling the affected plugin.
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Assessed Jan 7, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Jan 7, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-352 | Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| HelpDesk contact form | All versions |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 8, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jan 7, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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