Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in WP Posts Carousel Plugin for WordPress

CVE-2025-1491

What is CVE-2025-1491?

The WP Posts Carousel plugin for WordPress has a vulnerability in the 'auto_play_timeout' parameter that permits stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. This flaw arises from inadequate input sanitization and output escaping, allowing authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access or higher to inject arbitrary web scripts. These malicious scripts execute whenever users access the infected pages, posing a significant threat to site integrity and user safety. It is crucial for site administrators to review plugin configurations and apply necessary updates to mitigate this risk.

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