CVE-2025-5055: Smart Forms <= 2.6.98 - Authenticated (Admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The Smart Forms – when you need more than just a contact form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via admin settings in all versions up to, and including, 2.6.98 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level permissions and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. This only affects multi-site installations and installations where unfilteredhtml has been disabled.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-5055?
CVE-2025-5055 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5055?
To fix CVE-2025-5055, update the Smart Forms plugin to version 2.6.99 or later, which contains the necessary security patches.
What versions are affected by CVE-2025-5055?
CVE-2025-5055 affects all versions of the Smart Forms plugin up to and including version 2.6.98.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-5055?
CVE-2025-5055 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability caused by inadequate input sanitization in the plugin.
Can CVE-2025-5055 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2025-5055 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users to inject malicious scripts via admin settings.