Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability in Author Box After Posts by Lloyd Saunders
CVE-2025-46263

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Author Box After Posts
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 May 2025

What is CVE-2025-46263?

A Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the Author Box After Posts plugin developed by Lloyd Saunders. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages, which can be executed when users access the affected pages. The vulnerability affects versions from n/a through 1.6, potentially impacting user data and site integrity. Website administrators should take immediate actions to mitigate risks associated with this security issue.

Affected Version(s)

Author Box After Posts <= 1.6

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/author-b...
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

Michael (Patchstack Alliance)
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