CVE-2025-5570: AI Engine <= 2.8.4 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via `mwai_chatbot` Shortcode `id` Parameter
The AI Engine plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the mwaichatbot shortcode 'id' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.4 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 an injected page.
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-5570?
CVE-2025-5570 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5570?
To fix CVE-2025-5570, you should update the AI Engine plugin to version 2.8.5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-5570?
CVE-2025-5570 affects all versions of the AI Engine plugin for WordPress up to and including version 2.8.4.
What kind of attacks can be executed through CVE-2025-5570?
CVE-2025-5570 allows authenticated attackers to execute stored cross-site scripting attacks via the mwai_chatbot shortcode.
Is CVE-2025-5570 fixable without code changes?
Yes, CVE-2025-5570 can be resolved simply by updating the AI Engine plugin to the fixed version.