CVE-2025-58257
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 |
|---|---|---|
| picture-planet | verowa_connect | * |
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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 Verowa Connect Plugin up to version 3.2.3. It allows attackers with contributor-level access to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into web pages generated by the plugin. These scripts then execute when visitors access the affected site, potentially compromising user interactions or data. [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 unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. This can degrade user trust, potentially lead to data theft or session hijacking, and harm your website's reputation. Exploitation requires contributor-level access, and while the severity is considered low, it still poses a risk to site integrity and visitor security. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for injected malicious scripts in websites using the Verowa Connect plugin up to version 3.2.3. Since plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable, it is recommended to perform server-side malware scanning or engage professional incident response services. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) offered by Patchstack, which provides automatic protection even without an official fix. Additionally, restricting contributor-level access to trusted users and monitoring for suspicious activity is advised. Since no official patch is available, server-side malware scanning and professional incident response are recommended if compromise is suspected. [1]