CVE-2025-27323: WordPress WP About Author plugin <= 1.5 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
First published: Mon Feb 24 2025(Updated: )
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Jon Bishop WP About Author allows DOM-Based XSS. This issue affects WP About Author: from n/a through 1.5.
Credit: audit@patchstack.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress WP About Author | <=1.5 | |
| WordPress | <=1.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-27323?
CVE-2025-27323 is classified as a high severity Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-27323?
To fix CVE-2025-27323, update the WP About Author plugin to version 1.6 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2025-27323?
CVE-2025-27323 affects WP About Author versions up to and including 1.5.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-27323?
CVE-2025-27323 is a DOM-Based Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2025-27323?
The vendor associated with CVE-2025-27323 is Jon Bishop, the developer of the WP About Author plugin.
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