Cross-site Scripting Vulnerability in WPFactory Back Button Widget
CVE-2025-48252

5.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Back Button Widget
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 May 2025

What is CVE-2025-48252?

The WPFactory Back Button Widget has a vulnerability that allows for improper neutralization of input, specifically leading to Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS). This vulnerability affects versions from n/a up to 1.6.8, enabling attackers to craft malicious scripts that may be executed within users' browsers when they interact with the compromised widget. The issue highlights the importance of input sanitization in web applications to prevent unauthorized script execution and protect user data.

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Affected Version(s)

Back Button Widget <= 1.6.8

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/back-but...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.4
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

muhammad yudha (Patchstack Alliance)
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