CVE-2025-31039

WordPress Category Icon plugin <= 1.0.2 - XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability

Description

Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference vulnerability in pixelgrade Category Icon allows XML Entity Linking. This issue affects Category Icon: from n/a through 1.0.2.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: pixelgrade Category Icon
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/category-icon/vulnerability/wordpress-category-icon-plugin-1-0-2-xml-external-entity-xxe-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-31039?
CVE-2025-31039 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-31039?
To fix CVE-2025-31039, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-31039 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-31039 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-31039?
CVE-2025-31039 affects pixelgrade Category Icon.
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