CVE-2025-46493

WordPress Crossword Compiler Puzzles <= 5.3 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability

Description

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in wordwebsoftware Crossword Compiler Puzzles allows Stored XSS. This issue affects Crossword Compiler Puzzles: from n/a through 5.3.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: wordwebsoftware Crossword Compiler Puzzles
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/crossword-compiler-puzzles/vulnerability/wordpress-crossword-compiler-puzzles-5-2-cross-site-scripting-xss-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-46493?
CVE-2025-46493 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-46493?
To fix CVE-2025-46493, 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-2025-46493 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-46493 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-2025-46493?
CVE-2025-46493 affects wordwebsoftware Crossword Compiler Puzzles.
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