CVE-2025-50052
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-27
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 Cross-site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WordPress Flexo Counter plugin versions up to 1.0001. It allows unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads, into websites using 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 that execute in the browsers of site visitors. This can result in unauthorized actions such as redirecting users to malicious sites, displaying unwanted advertisements, stealing user data, or other harmful activities. It poses a moderate risk with a CVSS score of 7.1 and can affect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the affected website and its users. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability can be challenging as plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable. There is no specific command-line detection method provided. However, monitoring web traffic for suspicious script injections or unusual redirects related to the Flexo Counter plugin could help identify exploitation attempts. Using Patchstack's virtual patching solution can also help block attacks and indirectly indicate attempted exploits. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying the virtual patch (vPatch) released by Patchstack, which automatically blocks attacks exploiting this vulnerability until an official fix is available. Users should also consider professional incident response if their sites have been compromised. Since no official plugin update is available yet, relying on virtual patching and monitoring is critical. [1]