CVE-2025-3862: Contest Gallery <= 26.0.6 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via id Parameter
Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘id’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 26.0.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-3862?
CVE-2025-3862 has a high severity rating due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-3862?
CVE-2025-3862 affects users of the Contest Gallery plugin for WordPress in all versions up to and including 26.0.6.
How do I fix CVE-2025-3862?
To fix CVE-2025-3862, update the Contest Gallery plugin to the latest version that addresses the vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-3862?
CVE-2025-3862 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization.
Who can exploit CVE-2025-3862?
Authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access can exploit CVE-2025-3862 to execute malicious scripts.