CVE-2025-23455:The CVE-2025-23455 is a high severity vulnerability in the WordPress WP VTiger Synchronization plugin (versions up to and including 1.1.1) that allows for Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) leading to Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).

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The WordPress WP VTiger Synchronization plugin, provided by mastersoftwaresolutions, is affected by a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability that can lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This vulnerability has been assigned a high severity rating with a CVSS base score of 7.1. The vulnerability allows an attacker to trick a victim into making an unintended request to the web application. This can lead to unauthorized actions being performed, such as Stored XSS, where malicious scripts are injected and stored on the web application and later served to users.

Overview

The vulnerability is present in the WordPress WP VTiger Synchronization plugin, versions up to and including 1.1.1. The vulnerability is due to insufficient CSRF protections, allowing an attacker to trick a victim into making an unintended request to the web application. This can lead to unauthorized actions being performed, such as Stored XSS, where malicious scripts are injected and stored on the web application and later served to users.

Remediation

Users of the affected plugin are advised to update to the latest version as soon as possible, as this will contain fixes for the vulnerability. If an update is not possible, users should consider disabling the plugin until a patch is available. It's also recommended to regularly check for updates and apply them as soon as they are available to prevent future vulnerabilities.

References

More information about this vulnerability can be found at the following URL: https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/msstiger/vulnerability/wordpress-wp-vtiger-synchronization-plugin-1-1-1-csrf-to-stored-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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