CVE-2025-68004
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2026-01-22
Last updated on: 2026-01-29
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| kapil_chugh | my_post_order | to 1.2.1.1 (inc) |
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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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-68004 is a reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress My Post Order Plugin (versions up to 1.2.1.1). It allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects or advertisements, into a website. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising user interactions. Exploitation requires user interaction, like clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page, and does not require authentication. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to attackers injecting malicious scripts into your website, which can execute in the browsers of your visitors. This can result in unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, theft of user data, session hijacking, or other malicious activities. Since no authentication is required, any visitor could be targeted, potentially damaging your website's reputation and user trust. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for attempts to inject malicious scripts via reflected input fields in the My Post Order plugin. Since the vulnerability is a reflected XSS, you can look for suspicious URL parameters or POST data containing script tags or typical XSS payloads. Specific commands are not provided in the resources, but using web application scanners or tools like OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite to test input fields for reflected XSS can help detect exploitation attempts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying the Patchstack mitigation rule issued to block attacks targeting this vulnerability until an official patch is released. Users should implement these mitigation measures immediately to protect their websites. Additionally, restricting user input, employing web application firewalls (WAFs), and monitoring for suspicious activity can help reduce risk. [1]