CVE-2018-5368 : Security Advisory and Response

The plugin SrbTransLatin version 1.46 for WordPress is vulnerable to a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attack through the srbtranslatoptions action in the wp-admin/options-general.php file.

Understanding CVE-2018-5368

This CVE entry highlights a CSRF vulnerability in the SrbTransLatin plugin version 1.46 for WordPress.

What is CVE-2018-5368?

The SrbTransLatin plugin version 1.46 for WordPress is susceptible to a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attack, allowing malicious actors to perform unauthorized actions on behalf of authenticated users.

The Impact of CVE-2018-5368

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized actions being executed on the WordPress site where the plugin is installed, potentially compromising user data and site integrity.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-5368

The technical aspects of the CVE-2018-5368 vulnerability are as follows:

Vulnerability Description

The SrbTransLatin plugin version 1.46 for WordPress is vulnerable to CSRF via the srbtranslatoptions action in the wp-admin/options-general.php file.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected Product: SrbTransLatin plugin
Affected Version: 1.46

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited by tricking an authenticated user into visiting a malicious website or clicking on a specially crafted link, leading to unauthorized actions on the WordPress site.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2018-5368, the following steps are recommended:

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or remove the SrbTransLatin plugin if not essential for site functionality.
Regularly monitor for any suspicious activity on the WordPress site.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep plugins and themes updated to prevent vulnerabilities.
Educate users about the risks of clicking on unknown links or visiting untrusted websites.

Patching and Updates

Check for plugin updates and apply patches provided by the plugin developer to fix the CSRF vulnerability.