Vulnerability Description
The AP Background plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'adv_parallax_back' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 3.8.2 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.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/ap-background/trunk/includes/shortCod
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/ap-background
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f98b848c-9f97-4d00-97d
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-10165?
CVE-2025-10165 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The AP Background plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'adv_parallax_back' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 3.8.2 due to insufficient input...
How severe is CVE-2025-10165?
CVE-2025-10165 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-10165?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.