CVE-2025-50043
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 Code Engine plugin up to version 0.3.2. It allows attackers with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into the website. These scripts execute when visitors access the affected pages, potentially compromising the site and its users. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to attackers injecting malicious scripts that execute in visitors' browsers, which can result in unwanted redirects, display of malicious advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. This can harm the website's reputation, compromise user data, and potentially lead to further attacks. Exploitation requires contributor-level access but can be automated and indiscriminate. [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 such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads in the affected WordPress Code Engine plugin (versions up to 0.3.2). Since the vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), you can look for suspicious script tags or unusual HTML content in the plugin's output. Network detection could involve inspecting HTTP responses for injected scripts. However, no specific detection commands are provided. Professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended over plugin-based scanners, as malware can tamper with the latter. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) provided by Patchstack, which automatically neutralizes the vulnerability without impacting performance. Since no official patch or fixed version is currently available, virtual patching is the recommended rapid protection method. Additionally, monitoring and restricting contributor-level privileges can reduce exploitation risk. In case of compromise, professional incident response and server-side malware scanning are advised. [1]