CVE-2025-14564: Viable URL Media Uploader <= 1.0.0 - Authenticated (Author+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via SVG File Upload
The Viable URL Media Uploader plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via SVG File uploads in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses the SVG file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this issue?
An authenticated WordPress user with Author-level access or higher can exploit it. The attacker must be able to upload an SVG file through the plugin.
When does the injected script execute?
The script executes when a user accesses the malicious uploaded SVG file. This can affect other users who view that file after it has been uploaded.
Are installations running version 1.0.0 affected?
Yes. The issue affects all plugin versions up to and including 1.0.0.