Vulnerability Description
The Apollo13 Framework Extensions plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘a13_alt_link’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.8 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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/apollo13-framework-extensions/trunk/f
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/56be227d-1273-4833-a94
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-13617?
CVE-2025-13617 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Apollo13 Framework Extensions plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘a13_alt_link’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.8 due to insufficient inp...
How severe is CVE-2025-13617?
CVE-2025-13617 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-2025-13617?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.