CVE-2025-1524: Ultimate Dashboard < 3.8.6 - Admin+ Stored XSS
The Ultimate Dashboard WordPress plugin before 3.8.6 does not sanitise and escape some of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks even when the unfilteredhtml capability is disallowed (for example in multisite setup).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-1524?
CVE-2025-1524 has a high severity rating due to the potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-1524?
To fix CVE-2025-1524, update the Ultimate Dashboard plugin to version 3.8.6 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-1524?
CVE-2025-1524 affects users of the Ultimate Dashboard WordPress plugin prior to version 3.8.6.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2025-1524 allow?
CVE-2025-1524 can allow high privilege users to perform Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
Is the unfiltered_html capability relevant to CVE-2025-1524?
Yes, CVE-2025-1524 allows exploitation even when the unfiltered_html capability is disallowed.