CVE-2025-50018
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-20
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 Tealium WordPress plugin up to version 2.1.17. It allows an attacker with administrator privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads, into the website. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising user interactions. The vulnerability falls under the OWASP Top 10 category A3: Injection. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability can allow an attacker with admin access to inject malicious scripts into your website, which execute when visitors load the site. This can lead to unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other malicious actions affecting site visitors. Although the severity is rated as low (CVSS 5.9) and exploitation is considered unlikely, a successful attack could compromise user trust and site integrity. [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 site is running the Tealium plugin version 2.1.17 or earlier, as these versions are vulnerable. Since exploitation requires administrator privileges to inject malicious scripts, monitoring for unusual administrator activity or unexpected script injections in web pages may help. However, plugin-based malware scanners are often unreliable for detecting this issue. No specific 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) provided by Patchstack, which auto-mitigates the vulnerability without impacting performance. Additionally, website owners should seek professional incident response or assistance from their hosting provider if the site is compromised. Since no official patch or fixed version is currently available, these measures are recommended to reduce risk. [1]