CVE-2025-58820
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-09-05
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| themepoints | carousel_ultimate | * |
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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 Carousel Ultimate Plugin versions up to 1.8. It allows attackers with Editor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts into the website. These scripts can execute when visitors access the site, potentially causing redirects, displaying unwanted advertisements, or executing other harmful HTML payloads. The vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of input during web page generation. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of your website visitors. This can lead to compromised user experience, security risks such as unauthorized redirects, displaying unwanted content, or other malicious actions. It may also result in your website being perceived as unsafe or compromised. Since the plugin is abandoned and no official patch exists, the risk remains unless mitigated by virtual patches or plugin removal. [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 site is using Carousel Ultimate Plugin version 1.8 or earlier and monitoring for suspicious script injections by users with Editor-level privileges. Since plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable due to tampering, it is recommended to perform manual inspection of user-generated content for injected scripts. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but general approaches include reviewing plugin versions via WordPress admin or WP-CLI commands and inspecting database entries for malicious scripts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the Carousel Ultimate Plugin with alternative software, as no official patch or fixed version is available. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) from Patchstack can provide rapid protection against exploitation. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the threat. Seeking professional incident response services is advised if the site has been compromised. [1]