CVE-2025-68081
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Administrator XSS in WP-Polls Plugin

Publication date: 2026-07-23

Last updated on: 2026-07-23

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Administrator Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in WP-Polls <= 2.77.3 versions.

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Published
2026-07-23
Last Modified
2026-07-23
Generated
2026-07-23
AI Q&A
2026-07-23
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2025-68081
EUVD
EUVD-2025-210505

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp-polls wp-polls to 2.77.3 (inc)

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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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an Administrator Cross Site Scripting (XSS) issue in the WP-Polls plugin versions up to 2.77.3. It allows a privileged user like an Administrator to inject malicious scripts into a website. These scripts execute when other users visit the site.

Impact Analysis

The vulnerability could let attackers inject harmful scripts into your website. These scripts may steal user data, deface pages, or redirect visitors to malicious sites. Since it requires a privileged user to trigger, the risk is limited but still significant for site integrity.

Compliance Impact

This XSS vulnerability could lead to data breaches, compromising user information. For GDPR, it may result in unauthorized data exposure, triggering reporting requirements. For HIPAA, it could violate safeguards for protected health information, risking compliance penalties.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP-Polls plugin to the latest version if available. If no patch exists, consider disabling the plugin temporarily or seeking help from a hosting provider or web developer to mitigate risks. Monitor for suspicious activity and restrict privileged user access.

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