Vulnerability Description
The Widget Options - Extended plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'do_sidebar' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.1 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://widget-options.com/changelog/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/98f8a524-b0b8-4e11-b78
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-8902?
CVE-2025-8902 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Widget Options - Extended plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's 'do_sidebar' shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.1 due to insufficient ...
How severe is CVE-2025-8902?
CVE-2025-8902 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-2025-8902?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.