CVE-2025-58880
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 |
|---|---|---|
| patchstack | translate_this_gtranslate_shortcode | * |
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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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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying virtual patching (vPatching) offered by Patchstack, which auto-mitigates the vulnerability without requiring an official patch and without impacting performance. Additionally, users should consider seeking professional incident response or assistance from their hosting provider if their sites are compromised. Since no official fix or patched version is currently available, disabling or removing the vulnerable plugin until a patch is released may also be advisable. [1]
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WordPress Translate This gTranslate Shortcode Plugin versions up to 1.0. 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 inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of your website visitors. This can lead to unwanted redirects, display of malicious advertisements, or other harmful actions that compromise user experience and security. Although the severity is considered low and exploitation requires Contributor-level access, compromised sites may suffer reputational damage and security risks. [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 the web pages generated by the Translate This gTranslate Shortcode plugin. Since plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable, it is recommended to perform manual inspection of the web page source code for suspicious scripts or payloads. Network monitoring tools can be used to detect unusual outbound requests or script injections. Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]