CVE-2025-23565: WordPress Wibstats plugin <= 0.5.5 - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
First published: Mon Mar 03 2025(Updated: )
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in NotFound Wibstats allows Reflected XSS. This issue affects Wibstats: from n/a through 0.5.5.
Credit: audit@patchstack.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wibstats plugin | <=0.5.5 | |
| Wibstats plugin | <=0.5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-23565?
CVE-2025-23565 is classified as a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability which can lead to unauthorized actions being performed on behalf of users.
How do I fix CVE-2025-23565?
To fix CVE-2025-23565, upgrade the Wibstats plugin to a version later than 0.5.5 where the vulnerability has been addressed.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-23565?
CVE-2025-23565 affects users of Wibstats version 0.5.5 and earlier.
What type of attack can be performed using CVE-2025-23565?
CVE-2025-23565 allows attackers to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of a user's browser session through reflected XSS.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-23565 if I cannot update immediately?
As a temporary workaround for CVE-2025-23565, you can disable the Wibstats plugin until the vulnerability is patched.
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