CVE-2025-50019
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-20
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
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 Simple Sticky Footer plugin versions up to 1.3.5. It allows a malicious user with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into the website. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising the site's integrity and user experience. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors. This can lead to unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. It compromises the security and trustworthiness of the website and can negatively affect visitors. Since the plugin is abandoned and no official fix exists, the risk remains unless mitigated by virtual patching or plugin removal. [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 Simple Sticky Footer plugin version 1.3.5 or earlier is installed and active. Since the vulnerability allows contributor-level users to inject malicious scripts, monitoring for unexpected script injections or unusual HTML payloads in the website content can help identify exploitation. Plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for this vulnerability. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the Simple Sticky Footer plugin with an alternative, as no official fix or updated version is available. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) offered by Patchstack can provide rapid protection without requiring an official patch. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the security threat. Seeking professional incident response services is advised if the website has already been compromised. [1]