CVE-2025-8215
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-09-11
Last updated on: 2026-04-08
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| cyberchimps | responsive_addons_for_elementor | * |
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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 Responsive Addons for Elementor WordPress plugin, affecting all versions up to 1.7.4. It occurs because the plugin does not properly sanitize or escape user-supplied input in multiple widgets. Authenticated users with contributor-level access or higher can inject malicious scripts into pages, which then execute whenever any user views those pages.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability allows attackers with contributor-level access or above to inject arbitrary scripts into web pages. This can lead to unauthorized actions such as stealing user session data, defacing websites, or performing actions on behalf of other users without their consent. It compromises the integrity and security of the affected website and its users.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately update the Responsive Addons for Elementor plugin to a version later than 1.7.4 once a secure update is released. Until then, consider disabling or removing the plugin to prevent exploitation. Also, restrict contributor-level access to trusted users only, as the vulnerability requires authenticated contributor-level access or higher. Monitor the plugin's official page for updates and security patches. [1]