CVE-2025-49397: WordPress Colorbox Lightbox Plugin <= 1.1.5 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Noor Alam Colorbox Lightbox allows Stored XSS. This issue affects Colorbox Lightbox: from n/a through 1.1.5.
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Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Noor Alam Colorbox Lightbox wp-colorbox allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Colorbox Lightbox: from n/a through <= 1.1.5.
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-49397?
CVE-2025-49397 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for enabling stored cross-site scripting (XSS).
How do I fix CVE-2025-49397?
To mitigate CVE-2025-49397, update the Colorbox Lightbox plugin to version 1.1.6 or higher to ensure protection against the XSS vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2025-49397 have?
CVE-2025-49397 allows attackers to execute malicious scripts on the user’s browser, which can lead to data theft and session hijacking.
In which versions is CVE-2025-49397 present?
CVE-2025-49397 affects Colorbox Lightbox from versions n/a through 1.1.5.
Is CVE-2025-49397 a widespread issue?
The impact of CVE-2025-49397 can vary depending on the deployment of the Colorbox Lightbox plugin, making it important for users to assess their specific environments.