CVE-2025-53206
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Publication date: 2025-06-27
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?
CVE-2025-53206 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress plugin 'HT Mega – Absolute Addons for WPBakery Page Builder' versions up to 1.0.8. It allows a malicious actor with contributor-level privileges to inject and execute malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, on websites using the affected plugin. This happens because the plugin does not properly neutralize input during web page generation, enabling stored XSS attacks. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute unauthorized scripts on your website, potentially compromising website integrity and user experience. Malicious scripts could redirect users, display unwanted advertisements, or perform other harmful actions. Although the likelihood of exploitation is low and the impact varies by use case, unpatched sites are at risk of automated exploitation attempts. It is recommended to update the plugin to version 1.0.9 or later or use Patchstack virtual patching to mitigate the risk. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves checking the version of the HT Mega – Absolute Addons for WPBakery Page Builder plugin installed on your WordPress site. If the version is 1.0.8 or earlier, it is vulnerable. There are no specific network commands provided for detection. Additionally, professional incident response and server-side malware scanning are recommended if compromise is suspected, as plugin-based scanners may be unreliable. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate mitigation step is to update the HT Mega – Absolute Addons for WPBakery Page Builder plugin to version 1.0.9 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. Alternatively, Patchstack offers virtual patching (vPatching) that can auto-mitigate this vulnerability before official patches are applied, providing rapid protection. [1]