What is the severity of CVE-2025-31091?

CVE-2025-31091 has a high severity rating due to the potential for Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2025-31091?

To fix CVE-2025-31091, upgrade the CM Header and Footer plugin to version 1.2.5 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-31091?

CVE-2025-31091 affects the CM Header and Footer plugin versions from n/a up to 1.2.4.

What kind of attacks can be performed using CVE-2025-31091?

CVE-2025-31091 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in a victim's browser session, leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-31091?

The best workaround for CVE-2025-31091 is to disable the CM Header and Footer plugin until it can be updated.

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CVE-2025-31091

medium

6.5

CWE

EPSS

0.031%

3/4/2025

CVE-2025-31091: WordPress CM Header and Footer <= 1.2.4 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability

First published: Thu Apr 03 2025(Updated: )

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in CreativeMindsSolutions CM Header and Footer allows Stored XSS. This issue affects CM Header and Footer: from n/a through 1.2.4.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WordPress CM Header and Footer	<=1.2.4
WordPress CM Header and Footer	<=1.2.4

Remedy

Update the WordPress CM Header and Footer plugin to the latest available version (at least 1.2.5).

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/cm-header-footer-script-loader/vulnerability/wordpress-cm-header-and-footer-1-2-4-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-31091?
CVE-2025-31091 has a high severity rating due to the potential for Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-31091?
To fix CVE-2025-31091, upgrade the CM Header and Footer plugin to version 1.2.5 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-31091?
CVE-2025-31091 affects the CM Header and Footer plugin versions from n/a up to 1.2.4.
What kind of attacks can be performed using CVE-2025-31091?
CVE-2025-31091 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript in a victim's browser session, leading to unauthorized actions or data theft.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-31091?
The best workaround for CVE-2025-31091 is to disable the CM Header and Footer plugin until it can be updated.

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