High · published November 19, 2025
⚡ Watch out, WordPress users! The GiveWP Donation Plugin is susceptible to Stored XSS, making it possible for attackers to slip in harmful scripts through the ‘name’ parameter! Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter takes orders without checking the menu’s allergens — one wrong dish could cause chaos for diners who are unaware. In this case, the malicious code executes whenever unsuspecting users visit the affected page! An attacker can inject harmful scripts that run automatically when a user accesses the compromised page, which could lead to data theft, session hijacking, or even site defacement. This is particularly concerning because it can affect any user visiting the site, creating an environment ripe for malicious activity!
Think of it like a restaurant where a waiter takes orders without checking the menu’s allergens — one wrong dish could cause chaos for diners who are unaware. In this case, the malicious code executes whenever unsuspecting users visit the affected page! This Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability occurs due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the GiveWP plugin. Attackers can exploit this by injecting scripts via the ‘name’ parameter, provided avatars are enabled in the WordPress installation.
An attacker can inject harmful scripts that run automatically when a user accesses the compromised page, which could lead to data theft, session hijacking, or even site defacement. This is particularly concerning because it can affect any user visiting the site, creating an environment ripe for malicious activity! To protect your site, update the GiveWP plugin to version 4.13.1 or later immediately. Additionally, review your input sanitization measures to ensure that no untrusted data is processed. Implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to add an extra layer of defense. You've got this! Stay secure and keep your site safe with these steps! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| givewp/givewp | < 4.13.1 | 4.13.1 |