CVE-2025-49314
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?
CVE-2025-49314 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress BRW plugin up to version 1.8.6. It allows a malicious user with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into a website. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising user experience or security. The vulnerability falls under the OWASP Top 10 category A3: Injection. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers with contributor-level access to inject malicious scripts into your website. These scripts can execute in the browsers of your visitors, potentially leading to unwanted redirects, display of malicious advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. This can damage your site's reputation, compromise user trust, and possibly lead to further security issues. However, the vulnerability is considered low severity with a CVSS score of 6.5 and is unlikely to be widely exploited. [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 BRW plugin version is 1.8.6 or earlier, as these versions are vulnerable. Since the vulnerability requires contributor-level privileges to exploit and involves stored XSS, scanning for suspicious script injections in web pages generated by the plugin can help. However, plugin-based scanners may be tampered with by malware, so professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended. 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 BRW plugin to version 1.8.7 or later, which contains the fix for this vulnerability. Additionally, using Patchstack's virtual patching (vPatching) can provide rapid protection even before official patches are applied. Limiting contributor-level privileges and monitoring for suspicious activity are also advisable. [1]