CVE-2025-8195
Stored XSS in JetWidgets Elementor Plugin Allows Script Injection
Publication date: 2025-12-13
Last updated on: 2025-12-13
Assigner: Wordfence
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| jetwidgets | elementor_plugin | 1.0.20 |
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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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How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The vulnerability allows authenticated attackers with contributor-level access to inject arbitrary web scripts via stored cross-site scripting (XSS) in the JetWidgets For Elementor plugin. This could lead to unauthorized access to user data or session hijacking when users access injected pages. Such security weaknesses may result in non-compliance with standards like GDPR and HIPAA, which require protection of personal data and secure handling of user information to prevent unauthorized access or data breaches. Therefore, the presence of this vulnerability could negatively impact compliance with these regulations by exposing sensitive user data to attackers. [2]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability can be detected by identifying if your WordPress installation uses the JetWidgets For Elementor plugin version 1.0.20 or earlier, as these versions are vulnerable. Since the vulnerability involves stored cross-site scripting (XSS) via the Image Comparison and Subscribe widgets, detection involves checking for injected malicious scripts in pages using these widgets. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but general detection steps include: 1. Checking the plugin version installed on your WordPress site. 2. Reviewing pages or posts that use the 'Subscribe' or 'Image Comparison' widgets for unexpected or suspicious script tags or HTML attributes. 3. Using web vulnerability scanners that can detect stored XSS vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins. No explicit command-line commands or scripts are provided in the resources.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate step to mitigate this vulnerability is to update the JetWidgets For Elementor plugin to version 1.0.21 or later, as this update addresses the security issues by adding proper sanitization and escaping of output, thereby mitigating the stored XSS vulnerability. Additionally, ensure that only trusted users have contributor-level access or higher, as the vulnerability requires authenticated users with such privileges to exploit. Applying security best practices such as limiting user permissions and monitoring for suspicious activity is also recommended. [2]
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the JetWidgets For Elementor WordPress plugin, specifically in the Image Comparison and Subscribe widgets. 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? :
The vulnerability can allow attackers with contributor-level access to inject malicious scripts into web pages, which execute in the browsers of users who visit those pages. This can lead to unauthorized actions such as stealing user credentials, session hijacking, defacement, or spreading malware, potentially compromising the security and integrity of the affected website and its users.