CVE-2025-9499: Ocean Extra <= 2.4.9 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via oceanwp_library Shortcode
The Ocean Extra plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's oceanwplibrary shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.9 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-2025-9499?
CVE-2025-9499 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2025-9499?
To fix CVE-2025-9499, update the Ocean Extra plugin to the latest version beyond 2.4.9 that includes the necessary security patches.
What does CVE-2025-9499 exploit?
CVE-2025-9499 exploits insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user-supplied attributes in the oceanwp_library shortcode.
Which versions of the Ocean Extra plugin are affected by CVE-2025-9499?
All versions of the Ocean Extra plugin up to and including 2.4.9 are affected by CVE-2025-9499.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-9499?
CVE-2025-9499 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.