CVE-2025-58211
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 |
|---|---|---|
| alexvtn | chatbox_manager | * |
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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 Chatbox Manager Plugin up to version 1.2.6. It allows an attacker with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts into the website. These scripts can execute when visitors access the site, potentially causing redirects, displaying unwanted advertisements, or executing other harmful HTML payloads. [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 unwanted redirects, display of advertisements, or other malicious actions. The impact is considered low severity with a CVSS score of 6.5, and exploitation is unlikely but possible. If exploited, it could compromise user experience and potentially lead to further attacks or data exposure. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves checking if the WordPress Chatbox Manager plugin version is up to 1.2.6, as these versions are vulnerable. Since the vulnerability allows contributor-level users to inject malicious scripts, monitoring for unusual script injections or unexpected HTML payloads in the chatbox content can help detect exploitation. Professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended for detection, as plugin-based scanners may be tampered with by malware. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include updating the WordPress Chatbox Manager plugin to version 1.2.7 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. As an interim measure, Patchstack offers virtual patching (vPatching) that auto-mitigates the vulnerability even before official patches are released. Additionally, monitoring and restricting contributor-level privileges can reduce risk. In case of suspected compromise, professional incident response and server-side malware scanning are recommended. [1]