CVE-2025-49235
BaseFortify
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-2025-49235 is a Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the RTMKit Addons for Elementor WordPress plugin versions up to 1.6.0. It allows an attacker with contributor-level privileges to inject and execute malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, on affected websites when visited by users. This occurs due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, enabling stored XSS attacks. The vulnerability is fixed in version 1.6.1. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow attackers to execute malicious scripts on your website, potentially leading to unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. This can compromise user trust, degrade user experience, and potentially lead to further exploitation of your site. Although the severity is considered low (CVSS 6.5), attackers may automate exploitation attempts. It is recommended to update the plugin to version 1.6.1 or later and consider virtual patching to mitigate the risk. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves identifying if the RTMKit Addons for Elementor plugin version is 1.6.0 or earlier on your WordPress site. Since the vulnerability requires contributor-level privileges to exploit and involves stored XSS, scanning for suspicious script injections or unusual HTML payloads in user-generated content may help. However, plugin-based scanners may be unreliable due to tampering. Professional incident response and server-side malware scanning are recommended for detection. Specific commands are not provided in the resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include updating the RTMKit Addons for Elementor plugin to version 1.6.1 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. Additionally, using Patchstack's virtual patching (vPatching) technology can provide immediate protection by auto-mitigating the vulnerability even before official patches are applied. It is also advised to perform professional incident response and server-side malware scanning if a compromise is suspected. [1]