CVE-2025-58256
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 |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | doaj_export | 1.0.4 |
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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 DOAJ Export Plugin up to version 1.0.4. It allows an attacker with administrator privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into the website. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising user experience and security. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts on your website, which can lead to compromised user security, unwanted redirects, display of unauthorized advertisements, and overall degradation of user trust and experience. Since the plugin is abandoned and no official fix is available, the risk remains unless mitigated by virtual patching or removing the plugin. [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 DOAJ Export Plugin version 1.0.4 or earlier is installed and active. Since the vulnerability allows an attacker with administrator privileges to inject malicious scripts, signs of stored XSS payloads in the plugin's output or database entries may indicate compromise. However, plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for this issue. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but general steps include reviewing plugin versions via WordPress admin or CLI tools and inspecting web page outputs for injected scripts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the vulnerable DOAJ Export plugin with an alternative solution, as no official patch or updated version is available. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the threat unless a virtual patch (vPatch) is applied. Patchstack recommends applying their virtual patch to rapidly protect against this vulnerability. Additionally, seeking professional incident response services is advised if compromise is suspected. [1]