CVE-2025-67173 identifies a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the page creation and editing functionality of RiteCMS version 3.1.0. CSRF vulnerabilities occur when a web application does not properly verify that a request to perform a state-changing operation originates from an authenticated and authorized user. In this case, the vulnerability allows an attacker to craft a malicious POST request that, when executed by an authenticated user’s browser, results in the creation of arbitrary pages on the CMS without the user’s consent or knowledge. This can be exploited by luring authenticated users to visit a malicious website or click on a crafted link, which silently submits the forged request. The lack of anti-CSRF protections such as tokens or origin checks in RiteCMS 3.1.0 facilitates this attack. Although no known public exploits exist yet, the vulnerability is significant because it compromises the integrity of website content, enabling attackers to inject unauthorized pages that could host phishing content, malware, or misinformation. The vulnerability does not require the attacker to have direct access or credentials but depends on the victim being authenticated and interacting with malicious content. No CVSS score has been assigned, and no patches are currently linked, indicating that mitigation is pending or in development.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a risk to the integrity and trustworthiness of their web presence. Unauthorized page creation can lead to defacement, distribution of malicious content, or phishing campaigns targeting users and customers. This can damage brand reputation, lead to regulatory scrutiny under GDPR if personal data is compromised or misused, and cause operational disruptions. Public sector websites, e-commerce platforms, and media outlets using RiteCMS 3.1.0 are particularly vulnerable, as attackers could leverage the vulnerability to spread disinformation or malware. The attack requires user interaction but no direct authentication by the attacker, broadening the scope of potential victims. The absence of known exploits currently limits immediate risk, but the vulnerability’s nature suggests it could be weaponized quickly once exploit code becomes available.

Organizations should immediately audit their use of RiteCMS and identify any installations running version 3.1.0. Until an official patch is released, administrators should implement web application firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block suspicious POST requests targeting page creation endpoints. Enforcing strict Content Security Policy (CSP) headers can reduce the risk of malicious scripts executing in users’ browsers. Educating users to avoid clicking on suspicious links while authenticated can reduce exploitation likelihood. Once a patch or update is available from RiteCMS, it should be applied promptly. Additionally, developers should implement anti-CSRF tokens in all state-changing forms and validate the HTTP Referer or Origin headers to ensure requests originate from legitimate sources. Regular security testing and monitoring for unauthorized page creations can help detect exploitation attempts early.