CVE-2025-11817: Simple Tableau Viz <= 2.0 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
The Simple Tableau Viz plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'tableau' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.0. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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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What is the severity of CVE-2025-11817?
The severity of CVE-2025-11817 is classified as high due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2025-11817?
To fix CVE-2025-11817, update the Simple Tableau Viz plugin to version 2.1 or later, which includes security patches.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2025-11817?
CVE-2025-11817 is caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user-supplied attributes in the 'tableau' shortcode.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-11817?
Anyone using versions of the Simple Tableau Viz plugin for WordPress up to and including 2.0 is affected by CVE-2025-11817.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-11817?
CVE-2025-11817 is classified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.