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CVE-2012-1936

MediumPublished

The wp_create_nonce function in wp-includes/pluggable.php in WordPress 3.3.1 and earlier associates a nonce with a user account instead of a user session,...

Published: May 3, 2012
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Apr 27, 2012

Primary CVSS

6.8/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

EPSS probability estimate

3.3%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 87.9%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

The wp_create_nonce function in wp-includes/pluggable.php in WordPress 3.3.1 and earlier associates a nonce with a user account instead of a user session, which might make it easier for remote attackers to conduct cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks on specific actions and objects by sniffing the network, as demonstrated by attacks against the wp-admin/admin-ajax.php and wp-admin/user-new.php scripts. NOTE: the vendor reportedly disputes the significance of this issue because wp_create_nonce operates as intended, even if it is arguably inconsistent with certain CSRF protection details advocated by external organizations

Sources

WordPress Core 3.3.1 - Multiple Cross-Site Request Forgery VulnerabilitiesExploit
Ivano Binetti · php · Apr 27, 2012

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