Vulnerability Description
The Custom Post Type UI plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'label' parameter during custom post type import in all versions up to, and including, 1.18.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses the Tools → Get Code page.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/WebDevStudios/custom-post-type-ui/pull/1014/files#diff-bd3331
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/custom-post-type-ui/tags/1.18.1/inc/t
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/custom-post-type-ui/trunk/inc/tools-s
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/890c743e-da5e-46ed-a01
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-14056?
CVE-2025-14056 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.4 (MEDIUM). The Custom Post Type UI plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'label' parameter during custom post type import in all versions up to, and including, 1.18.1 due to i...
How severe is CVE-2025-14056?
CVE-2025-14056 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-14056?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.