CVE-2025-49419
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-06
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-497 | The product does not properly prevent sensitive system-level information from being accessed by unauthorized actors who do not have the same level of access to the underlying system as the product does. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability in the Foxit eSign for WordPress plugin (up to version 2.0.3) allows an attacker with administrator privileges to retrieve embedded sensitive data due to broken access control. It is classified as a low-severity issue with a CVSS score of 5.5 and falls under the OWASP Top 10 category A1: Broken Access Control. No official patch is currently available. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited by someone with administrator privileges, this vulnerability can lead to exposure of sensitive system information embedded within the plugin. Although the risk is considered low severity and unlikely to be exploited, it could result in unauthorized access to confidential data, potentially compromising system integrity and privacy. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability is challenging as plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable. Since the vulnerability requires administrator privileges to be exploited and involves exposure of sensitive embedded data, monitoring for unusual administrator activity or unauthorized access attempts is recommended. No specific detection commands are provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) offered by Patchstack, which provides rapid protection without official fixes or performance loss. Additionally, users should seek professional incident response or assistance from their hosting provider if their sites are compromised. Since no official patch is available, these measures are currently the best options. [1]