CVE-2025-1525: 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-2025-1525?
CVE-2025-1525 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-1525?
To fix CVE-2025-1525, update the Ultimate Dashboard WordPress plugin to version 3.8.6 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-1525?
CVE-2025-1525 affects installations of the Ultimate Dashboard WordPress plugin prior to version 3.8.6.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-1525?
CVE-2025-1525 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2025-1525 have on my WordPress site?
CVE-2025-1525 allows high privilege users, such as admins, to execute malicious scripts, potentially compromising site security.