Vulnerability Description
The Passster – Password Protect Pages and Content plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'content_protector' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.24. 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. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 4.2.21.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/content-protector/tags/4.2.20/inc/cla
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3422595/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3439532/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/4ea939f5-8b56-44be-bd2
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-14865?
CVE-2025-14865 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Passster – Password Protect Pages and Content plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'content_protector' shortcode in all versions up to, and including,...
How severe is CVE-2025-14865?
CVE-2025-14865 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-2025-14865?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.