CVE-2025-48356
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-28
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | kanpress | * |
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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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WordPress Kanpress plugin up to version 1.1. It allows 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 and site integrity. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to attackers executing malicious scripts on your website visitors' browsers. This can result in unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, theft of user data, session hijacking, or other malicious activities. Since the plugin is abandoned and no official fix is available, the risk remains unless the plugin is replaced or a virtual patch is applied. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for malicious script injections in the Kanpress plugin pages. Since plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable, it is recommended to use virtual patching solutions that automatically block exploit attempts. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include urgently replacing the Kanpress plugin with an alternative, as deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the risk unless a virtual patch (vPatch) is applied. Patchstack offers virtual patching to quickly block exploit attempts even without an official fix. Considering professional incident response services is advised if compromise is suspected. [1]