CVE-2025-57996
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-09-22
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| matthewordie | buckets | 0.3.9 |
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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) flaw in the WordPress Buckets Plugin up to version 0.3.9. It allows attackers with contributor-level access to inject malicious scripts into web pages generated by the plugin. These scripts can execute when visitors access the compromised site, potentially causing redirects, displaying unwanted advertisements, or executing other harmful HTML payloads. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The impact of this vulnerability includes the risk of attackers injecting malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors. This can lead to unauthorized redirects, display of malicious content, or other harmful actions affecting users. Since the plugin is abandoned with no official fix, the risk remains unless a virtual patch is applied or the plugin is replaced. Exploitation requires contributor-level access, and automated attacks may target vulnerable sites indiscriminately. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves identifying if the WordPress Buckets Plugin version 0.3.9 or earlier is installed and active. Since the vulnerability requires contributor-level access to exploit, monitoring for suspicious contributor activity or unexpected script injections in web pages can help. There are no specific commands provided for detection, but server-side malware scanning and professional incident response are recommended over plugin-based scanners, which may be tampered with by malware. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include replacing the vulnerable Buckets plugin with an alternative solution, as no official fix or update is available. Simply deactivating the plugin does not fully eliminate the risk unless a virtual patch (vPatch) is applied. Patchstack offers virtual patching technology that can provide rapid protection without performance loss. Users should also consider professional incident response and server-side malware scanning if compromise is suspected. [1]