CVE-2025-8902: Widget Options - Extended <= 5.2.1 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The Widget Options - Extended plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'dosidebar' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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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What is the severity of CVE-2025-8902?
CVE-2025-8902 has a medium severity rating due to its potential impact on user data and website security.
How do I fix CVE-2025-8902?
To fix CVE-2025-8902, update the Widget Options - Extended plugin for WordPress to version 5.2.2 or later.
What types of attacks could CVE-2025-8902 allow?
CVE-2025-8902 could allow attackers to execute stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks on affected WordPress sites.
Which versions of the Widget Options - Extended plugin are affected by CVE-2025-8902?
CVE-2025-8902 affects all versions of the Widget Options - Extended plugin for WordPress up to and including version 5.2.1.
Is user interaction required for CVE-2025-8902 to be exploited?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2025-8902, as it involves the execution of scripts through the plugin's shortcode.