CVE-2025-6540
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-26
Last updated on: 2026-04-08
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| murtuzamakda52 | web-cam | to 1.0 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| 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 Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the web-cam WordPress plugin. It occurs because the plugin does not properly sanitize or escape input in the 'slug' parameter. Authenticated users with Contributor-level access or higher can inject malicious scripts into pages. These scripts then execute whenever any user views the infected page, potentially compromising user data or site integrity. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability allows attackers with Contributor-level access to inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers. This can lead to theft of user credentials, session hijacking, defacement of the website, or distribution of malware. It compromises the security and trustworthiness of the affected WordPress site, potentially impacting all users who visit pages containing the injected scripts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include disabling or removing the vulnerable web-cam plugin from your WordPress installation, especially since the plugin has been temporarily closed and removed from download availability pending a full security review. Additionally, restrict Contributor-level and higher user access until a patched version is available, and monitor your site for any suspicious script injections or unusual behavior related to pages using the plugin. [1]