CVE-2025-58196
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-27
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
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| patchstack | uicore_elements | * |
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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 WordPress UiCore Elements Plugin versions up to 1.3.4. It allows attackers with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, that execute when visitors access the affected website. This happens due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
If exploited, this vulnerability can lead to attackers executing malicious scripts on your website, potentially redirecting visitors, displaying unwanted advertisements, or performing other harmful actions. This can compromise user trust, damage your website's reputation, and may lead to further security issues. However, exploitation requires contributor-level access, and the severity is considered low. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection involves checking if your system is running UiCore Elements Plugin version 1.3.4 or earlier, as these versions are vulnerable. You can verify the plugin version via your WordPress admin dashboard or by inspecting the plugin files. Additionally, monitoring for unusual script injections or unexpected redirects in web traffic may indicate exploitation attempts. Since exploitation requires contributor-level privileges, reviewing user roles and recent changes by contributors can help. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but scanning for plugin versions and reviewing web server logs for suspicious activity is recommended. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include updating the UiCore Elements Plugin to version 1.3.5 or later, which resolves the vulnerability. If updating immediately is not possible, applying Patchstack's virtual patching (vPatch) can auto-mitigate the vulnerability before official patches are applied. Additionally, it is advised to perform professional incident response and server-side malware scanning if a compromise is suspected. Avoid relying solely on plugin-based malware scanners as they can be tampered with by malware. [1]