CVE-2025-50037
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 Cross Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the Buying Buddy IDX CRM WordPress plugin up to version 2.3.0. It allows attackers with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into web pages generated by the plugin. These scripts execute when visitors access the affected site, potentially compromising user interactions. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to attackers injecting malicious scripts into your website, which can execute in visitors' browsers. This may result in unwanted redirects, display of unauthorized advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. It can compromise user trust, lead to data theft, or facilitate further attacks. Although the risk is considered low priority and unlikely to be widely exploited, it still poses a security risk. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for injected malicious scripts in the affected WordPress Buying Buddy IDX CRM plugin (versions up to 2.3.0). Since it is a DOM-based XSS, scanning for suspicious scripts or unusual HTML payloads in web pages served by the plugin is recommended. Professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is advised, as plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable. Specific commands are not provided in the resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) offered by Patchstack, which auto-mitigates the vulnerability without an official fix and without impacting performance. Additionally, users should monitor for suspicious activity and consider professional incident response if compromise is suspected. Since no official patch is available, avoiding contributor-level access to untrusted users can reduce exploitation risk. [1]