CVE-2023-25488

Summary

CVE-2023-25488 is a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the Duc Bui Quang WP Default Feature Image plugin, specifically versions 1.0.1.1 and below. An attacker can exploit this admin level vulnerability by injecting malicious scripts into the plugin's options, which are then stored and executed on any page that uses the affected plugin. This can lead to unintended website behavior, data theft, or even complete takeover of the administrator's account. Users are urged to update the plugin to the latest version or consider removing it from their WordPress installation to mitigate this risk.

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