CVE-2025-58239
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 |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress | wp_category_dropdown | 1.9 |
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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) issue in the WP Category Dropdown plugin for WordPress. It occurs because the plugin does not properly neutralize input during web page generation, allowing malicious scripts to be stored and executed in users' browsers when they view affected pages.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of users' browsers, potentially leading to theft of sensitive information, session hijacking, or performing actions on behalf of the user without their consent. It can compromise the integrity and confidentiality of user data and the affected website.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
This vulnerability can negatively impact compliance with standards like GDPR and HIPAA because it may lead to unauthorized access or disclosure of personal or sensitive data, violating data protection and privacy requirements mandated by these regulations.