CVE-2025-11162: Spectra <= 2.19.14 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Custom CSS
The Spectra Gutenberg Blocks – Website Builder for the Block Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Custom CSS in all versions up to, and including, 2.19.14 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-11162?
CVE-2025-11162 is a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2025-11162?
To fix CVE-2025-11162, update the Spectra Gutenberg Blocks plugin to version 2.19.15 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2025-11162?
CVE-2025-11162 affects all versions of the Spectra Gutenberg Blocks plugin up to and including 2.19.14.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-11162?
CVE-2025-11162 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is the vendor for CVE-2025-11162?
The vendor for CVE-2025-11162 is Spectra, who developed the Spectra Gutenberg Blocks plugin.