CVE-2025-2302: Advanced Woo Search <= 3.28 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via aws_search_terms Shortcode
First published: Tue Mar 25 2025(Updated: )
The Advanced Woo Search plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's aws_search_terms shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 3.28 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| <=3.28 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ef8fca84-3ea1-432f-8cfe-9a1d1f70fa6f?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/advanced-woo-search/tags/3.28/includes/class-aws-shortcodes.php#L50
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/advanced-woo-search/tags/3.28/includes/class-aws-shortcodes.php#L175
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-2302?
CVE-2025-2302 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2025-2302?
To fix CVE-2025-2302, update the Advanced Woo Search plugin to version 3.29 or later, which includes the necessary security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-2302?
Any WordPress site using the Advanced Woo Search plugin version 3.28 or earlier is affected by CVE-2025-2302.
What does CVE-2025-2302 exploit?
CVE-2025-2302 exploits insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the aws_search_terms shortcode of the Advanced Woo Search plugin.
Is user data at risk with CVE-2025-2302?
Yes, user data is at risk because successful exploitation of CVE-2025-2302 could allow attackers to inject malicious scripts that execute in users' browsers.
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