CVE-2025-30930
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Publication date: 2025-06-06
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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| CWE ID | Description |
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| 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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-30930 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress ACF: Yandex Maps Field plugin (versions up to 1.1). It allows an attacker with administrator privileges to inject malicious scripts such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads into a website. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising the site's security. The plugin is likely abandoned with no official fix available. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers with admin access to inject malicious scripts into your website. These scripts can execute in visitors' browsers, leading to unauthorized redirects, displaying unwanted advertisements, or other harmful actions. This can damage your site's reputation, compromise user data, and potentially lead to further exploitation. Since the plugin is abandoned and unpatched, the risk remains unless mitigated by removing the plugin or applying a virtual patch. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves checking if the WordPress site is running the ACF: Yandex Maps Field plugin version 1.1 or earlier. Since it is a stored XSS vulnerability exploitable by administrators injecting malicious scripts, inspecting the plugin version and reviewing input fields for suspicious scripts is key. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but typical steps include using WP-CLI to list installed plugins and their versions (e.g., 'wp plugin list'), and scanning the database or site content for injected scripts. Additionally, monitoring HTTP requests and responses for suspicious script payloads may help detect exploitation attempts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the vulnerable ACF: Yandex Maps Field plugin, as no official patch or update is available. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) from Patchstack is recommended to auto-mitigate the vulnerability rapidly. Deactivating the plugin alone is insufficient to eliminate the threat. Users should also consider alternative software and seek professional incident response if compromise is suspected. [1]