CVE-2026-125948
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Stored XSS in Recipe Card Blocks Lite WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-11-13

Last updated on: 2026-11-13

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Recipe Card Blocks Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'steps[].text' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 3.7.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. Because wp_kses_post() preserves block-delimiter HTML comments verbatim on save, a Contributor can embed event-handler payloads inside the block's steps[].text attribute in a draft or pending post without the unfiltered_html capability, and the payload executes for any visitor — including privileged editors and administrators who preview or publish the post — as well as through the public print endpoint.

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Published
2026-11-13
Last Modified
2026-11-13
Generated
2026-11-13
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2026-11-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-125948
EUVD
EUVD-2026-124984

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wpzoom Recipe Card Blocks Lite From 0 (inc) to 3.7.0 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) flaw in the Recipe Card Blocks Lite WordPress plugin. It allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts via the 'steps[].text' parameter. The issue arises from insufficient input sanitization and output escaping, enabling script execution when users visit affected pages. The vulnerability persists even in draft or pending posts due to wp_kses_post() preserving block-delimiter HTML comments.

Detection Guidance

Check WordPress installations for the Recipe Card Blocks Lite plugin version 3.7.0 or lower. Inspect posts or pages for injected scripts in the steps[].text parameter. Review user roles with contributor access or higher for unusual activity.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could inject malicious scripts into your WordPress site, potentially stealing user sessions, redirecting visitors to harmful sites, or defacing pages. Since the payload executes for all visitors including administrators, it poses a significant risk to site integrity and user safety. The attack requires only contributor-level access, making it easier to exploit than vulnerabilities needing higher privileges.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA by enabling unauthorized data access or modification. GDPR requires protecting user data from breaches, while HIPAA mandates safeguarding protected health information. A successful XSS attack could expose such data, resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Recipe Card Blocks Lite plugin to the latest version. Remove or restrict contributor-level access to untrusted users. Scan WordPress sites for malicious scripts in posts or pages. Monitor for unauthorized changes or suspicious activity.

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