CVE-2025-12830
Stored XSS in Better Elementor Addons Slider Widget Allows Script Injection
Publication date: 2025-12-12
Last updated on: 2026-04-08
Assigner: Wordfence
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| better_elementor_addons | better_elementor_addons | * |
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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 Better Elementor Addons plugin for WordPress, specifically via the Slider widget in versions up to 1.5.4. It occurs because the plugin does not properly sanitize or escape user-supplied input, allowing authenticated users with contributor-level access or higher to inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view the affected pages.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An attacker with contributor-level access or higher can exploit this vulnerability to inject malicious scripts into web pages. These scripts execute in the browsers of users who visit the infected pages, potentially leading to theft of sensitive information, session hijacking, or other malicious actions that compromise user security and trust.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately disable or uninstall the Better Elementor Addons plugin, as it has been closed and made unavailable for download pending a full review. Avoid using versions up to and including 1.5.4, which are vulnerable. Monitor for updates or patches from the plugin developers or WordPress security advisories before re-enabling the plugin. [2]