Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability in Simply Guest Author Name Plugin by A. Jones
CVE-2025-24764

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
(simply) Guest Author Name
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 July 2025

What is CVE-2025-24764?

A Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the Simply Guest Author Name plugin developed by A. Jones. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code in the context of other users' browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, redirection to malicious sites, or unauthorized data access. The vulnerability affects versions from n/a up to 4.36, emphasizing the need for immediate updates to prevent exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

(Simply) Guest Author Name <= 4.36

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/guest-au...
vdb-entry

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

lucky_buddy (Patchstack Alliance)
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CVE-2025-24764 : Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability in Simply Guest Author Name Plugin by A. Jones