CVE-2025-49304
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-06
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WordPress plugin 'Search with Typesense' versions up to 2.0.10. It allows attackers with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, that execute when visitors access the affected website. This happens because the plugin improperly neutralizes input during web page generation, enabling injection of harmful HTML or scripts. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability can allow attackers to run malicious scripts on your website visitors' browsers. This can lead to unwanted redirects, display of unauthorized advertisements, or other harmful actions that compromise user experience and security. Although the severity is considered low, automated attacks could opportunistically exploit this vulnerability, potentially damaging your website's reputation and user trust. [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 plugin 'Search with Typesense' is at version 2.0.10 or earlier, as these versions are vulnerable. Since exploitation requires contributor-level privileges and involves injection of malicious scripts, monitoring for unusual script injections or redirects in web traffic may help. Patchstack recommends professional incident response or server-side malware scanning for compromise detection rather than plugin-based scanners. 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 'Search with Typesense' plugin to version 2.0.11 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. As an immediate protective measure before patching, Patchstack offers virtual patching (vPatching) that auto-mitigates the vulnerability. Additionally, monitoring and applying professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended if compromise is suspected. [1]