CVE-2025-14030 identifies a stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the AI Feeds plugin for WordPress, developed by soportecibeles. This vulnerability exists in all plugin versions up to and including 1.0.22 due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, specifically through the 'aife_post_meta' shortcode. The root cause is insufficient input sanitization and lack of proper output escaping, allowing authenticated users with Contributor-level permissions or higher to inject arbitrary JavaScript code into pages. When other users access these pages, the injected scripts execute in their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, data theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim user. The vulnerability does not require user interaction beyond visiting the compromised page, and the attacker must have at least Contributor-level access, which is a relatively low privilege level in WordPress. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.4, indicating a medium severity level with network attack vector, low attack complexity, privileges required, no user interaction, and a scope change. The impact affects confidentiality and integrity but not availability. No public exploits have been reported, and no official patches or updates have been published at the time of disclosure. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-79, a common web application security weakness related to Cross-Site Scripting. Organizations running WordPress sites with the AI Feeds plugin should be aware of this risk and take immediate steps to mitigate it.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a moderate risk primarily to the confidentiality and integrity of web applications using the AI Feeds plugin. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to steal session cookies, impersonate users, or perform unauthorized actions within the context of the victim's privileges. This can lead to data breaches, unauthorized content modifications, or further lateral movement within the network if administrative accounts are compromised. Since the vulnerability requires Contributor-level access, an attacker must first gain some level of authenticated access, which may be feasible through social engineering or compromised credentials. The lack of availability impact means service disruption is unlikely, but the integrity and confidentiality risks remain significant. Organizations in sectors with sensitive data or regulatory requirements, such as finance, healthcare, or government, may face compliance issues if exploited. Additionally, reputational damage could occur if customer data or website content is manipulated. The absence of known exploits reduces immediate risk but does not eliminate the threat, especially as attackers often develop exploits rapidly after disclosure.

European organizations should immediately audit their WordPress installations to identify the presence of the AI Feeds plugin and its version. Until an official patch is released, administrators should consider disabling or uninstalling the plugin to eliminate the attack surface. If the plugin is essential, restrict Contributor-level access strictly and review user permissions to minimize the number of users who can inject content. Implement Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with custom rules to detect and block suspicious script injections related to the 'aife_post_meta' shortcode. Employ Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts in browsers. Regularly monitor logs for unusual activity or content changes indicative of exploitation attempts. Educate content contributors about phishing and credential security to reduce the risk of account compromise. Once a patch is available, apply it promptly and verify the remediation through security testing. Additionally, conduct a thorough review of all user-generated content for injected scripts and sanitize or remove any malicious code found.