CVE-2025-58836
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 |
|---|---|---|
| tikolan | fw_anker | * |
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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 FW Anker Plugin up to version 1.2.6. It allows attackers with contributor-level privileges to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into web pages generated by the plugin. These scripts execute when visitors access the affected site, potentially compromising user interactions. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to attackers injecting malicious scripts into your website, which execute when visitors access it. This can result in unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful HTML payloads. It may compromise user data, degrade user trust, and potentially allow further attacks. Since the plugin is abandoned and no official fix exists, 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 identifying if the WordPress FW Anker Plugin version 1.2.6 or earlier is installed and active. Since the vulnerability allows stored XSS via input fields, scanning for suspicious script injections in plugin-related web pages can help. However, plugin-based malware scanners are often unreliable for this vulnerability. No specific commands are provided in the resources. It is recommended to perform manual inspection of plugin files and monitor web traffic for injected scripts. Seeking professional incident response services is advised for compromised sites. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the FW Anker plugin with alternative software, as no official patch or fix is available and the plugin is abandoned. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack can auto-mitigate the vulnerability without an official update. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the risk. Users should also consider professional incident response if compromise is suspected. [1]