CVE-2025-28957
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-07-04
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 OwnerRez WordPress plugin up to version 1.2.1. 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 or site integrity. [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 redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. Such exploitation can damage user trust, lead to data theft, or facilitate further attacks. Although the severity is rated as low (CVSS 6.5), exploitation can still impact site security and user experience. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves identifying malicious script injections in the OwnerRez plugin on your WordPress site. Since the vulnerability requires contributor-level privileges to exploit and involves stored XSS payloads, monitoring for unusual or unauthorized script content in plugin-related web pages is key. However, plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for this issue. No specific commands are provided in the available resources. It is recommended to use professional incident response services for thorough detection. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) to protect your WordPress site in the absence of an official fix. Restrict contributor-level privileges to trusted users only to reduce exploitation risk. Monitor your site for suspicious activity and consider engaging professional incident response services if compromise is suspected. Since no official patch is available yet, these measures help reduce the risk of exploitation. [1]