CVE-2025-53229CWE-79cross-site-scripting

CVE-2025-53229

High · published October 22, 2025

CVSS v3.1
7.1
EPSS
0%
Percentile
15.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A sneaky reflected XSS is hiding in RockON DJ, ready to play a dangerous melody! 🎶 Think of it like a surprise ingredient in your favorite dish—if the chef doesn't check the recipe, a little something unwelcome can make it onto your plate. That's exactly what this vulnerability allows: unfiltered inputs could serve up malicious scripts to unsuspecting users! An attacker could craft a link that, when clicked, executes their code in the context of the victim's session—like slipping a note into someone else's locker. This could lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or even spreading malware to other users. With the potential for serious consequences, this vulnerability demands your attention!

Put simply

Think of it like a surprise ingredient in your favorite dish—if the chef doesn't check the recipe, a little something unwelcome can make it onto your plate. That's exactly what this vulnerability allows: unfiltered inputs could serve up malicious scripts to unsuspecting users! This reflected XSS vulnerability in RockON DJ allows malicious scripts to run on user browsers, thanks to improper handling of input during web page generation. It affects all versions from n/a up to 3.3, meaning a simple crafted URL can cause havoc!

What to do

An attacker could craft a link that, when clicked, executes their code in the context of the victim's session—like slipping a note into someone else's locker. This could lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or even spreading malware to other users. With the potential for serious consequences, this vulnerability demands your attention! To secure your applications, update RockON DJ to the latest version immediately. Additionally, implement input validation and output encoding to prevent script execution. Don't forget to audit your code for any other potential XSS points! You've got this! With a few simple steps, you can clear out the danger and keep your users safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.1 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00250 · 15.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-79 · Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Published
2025-10-22T19:15Z
References (1)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 22 OCT 14:32Z
    WordPress RockON DJ theme <= 3.3 - Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
    cvelistv5