CVE-2025-50011
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-20
Last updated on: 2026-04-28
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?
This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WordPress plugin 'Recipes manager - WPH' up to version 1.0.4. It allows a malicious actor with Editor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads, into the website. These scripts execute when visitors access the affected site, potentially compromising the site's integrity and user experience. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized script execution on your website, which may result in malicious redirects, unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML content being displayed to your visitors. This can damage your site's reputation, lead to user trust issues, and potentially expose users to further attacks. Exploitation requires an attacker to have Editor-level privileges, and while the severity is considered low, the risk of unauthorized script execution remains. [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 "Recipes manager - WPH" version 1.0.4 or earlier is installed and active. Since the vulnerability requires Editor-level privileges to exploit and involves stored XSS, manual inspection of user inputs and stored content for suspicious scripts is recommended. Automated plugin-based malware scanners are not reliable due to potential tampering by malware. No specific commands are provided for detection in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) provided by Patchstack, which auto-mitigates the vulnerability even without an official fix. Website owners should seek professional incident response or assistance from their hosting provider if their site is compromised. Avoid relying solely on plugin-based malware scanners for protection. Monitoring and restricting Editor-level privileges can also reduce exploitation risk. [1]