CVE-2025-4406: wpForo Forum <= 2.4.5 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Profile Avatar
The wpForo Forum plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via SVG File uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.5 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses the SVG file.
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-4406?
CVE-2025-4406 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation through stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2025-4406?
To fix CVE-2025-4406, update the wpForo Forum plugin to version 2.4.6 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-4406?
CVE-2025-4406 affects all versions of the wpForo Forum plugin for WordPress up to and including version 2.4.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-4406?
CVE-2025-4406 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts.
What versions of wpForo are prone to CVE-2025-4406?
All versions of wpForo Forum up to and including 2.4.5 are vulnerable to CVE-2025-4406.