CVE-2025-58610
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-09-03
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| wp_chill | gallery_photoblocks | * |
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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 WordPress Gallery PhotoBlocks Plugin versions up to 1.3.1. It allows attackers with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts into web pages generated by the plugin. These scripts can execute when visitors access the affected website, potentially causing redirects, displaying unwanted advertisements, or executing other harmful HTML payloads. [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 actions affecting visitors. This can damage your website's reputation, compromise user trust, and potentially lead to further security issues. Exploitation requires only contributor-level privileges, making it easier for attackers to leverage if your site is not updated. [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 Gallery PhotoBlocks Plugin version is up to 1.3.1 and checking for signs of malicious script injection in web pages generated by the plugin. Since the vulnerability allows stored XSS, monitoring HTTP responses for suspicious scripts or payloads that execute when visitors access the site can help. There are no specific commands provided in the resources, but scanning for plugin version and inspecting web page source for injected scripts is recommended. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include updating the Gallery PhotoBlocks Plugin to version 1.3.2 or later, where the vulnerability is fixed. Alternatively, applying Patchstack's virtual patching (vPatching) can provide rapid protection without performance loss before official patches are applied. In case of compromise, professional incident response or server-side malware scanning is recommended. [1]