CVE-2025-26972: WordPress PrivateContent plugin <= 8.11.5 - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Mar 15, 2025
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in NotFound PrivateContent private-content.This issue affects PrivateContent: from n/a through <= 8.11.5.

Other sources

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in NotFound PrivateContent. This issue affects PrivateContent: from n/a through 8.11.5.

NVD

Affected Software

1 affected component
NotFound PrivateContent<=8.11.5

Event History

Mar 15, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:57 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:57 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26972?

The severity of CVE-2025-26972 is considered high due to its potential for Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26972?

To fix CVE-2025-26972, upgrade the WordPress PrivateContent plugin to the latest version beyond 8.11.5.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-26972?

CVE-2025-26972 affects WordPress installations running the PrivateContent plugin up to version 8.11.5.

4

What can an attacker do with CVE-2025-26972?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2025-26972 to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session, leading to data theft or other malicious actions.

5

Is CVE-2025-26972 under active exploitation?

As of now, there has been no confirmed active exploitation reported for CVE-2025-26972, but it is recommended to remediate the vulnerability promptly.

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