CVE-2025-14275 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability classified under CWE-79, found in the Jeg Kit for Elementor plugin for WordPress, which provides powerful addons, widgets, and templates. The vulnerability exists in all versions up to and including 3.0.1 due to insufficient sanitization of user input in the countdown widget's redirect functionality. Authenticated users with Contributor-level access or higher can inject arbitrary JavaScript code that is stored persistently within the plugin's data. When an administrator or any user with higher privileges views a page containing the malicious countdown widget, the injected script executes in their browser context. This can lead to session hijacking, privilege escalation, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim user. The CVSS 3.1 score of 6.4 reflects a medium severity, with an attack vector over the network, low complexity, requiring privileges but no user interaction, and a scope change since the vulnerability affects other users beyond the attacker. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the vulnerability poses a significant risk due to the common use of WordPress and the plugin in question. The lack of a patch link suggests that a fix may not yet be available, emphasizing the need for immediate mitigation steps.

For European organizations, this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized execution of malicious scripts within administrative contexts, compromising the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive data managed through WordPress sites. Attackers could hijack administrator sessions, modify site content, or deploy further attacks such as phishing or malware distribution. Organizations relying on WordPress for corporate websites, intranets, or customer portals that use the Jeg Kit plugin are particularly vulnerable. The medium severity indicates a moderate risk, but the potential for privilege escalation and persistent compromise makes it a serious concern. The impact is heightened in environments with multiple contributors or editors, increasing the attack surface. Disruption of website integrity could damage reputation and trust, and in regulated sectors, could lead to compliance violations under GDPR if personal data is exposed or manipulated.

Organizations should immediately audit their WordPress installations to identify the presence of the Jeg Kit for Elementor plugin and verify the version in use. Until an official patch is released, restrict Contributor-level and higher privileges to trusted users only, minimizing the risk of malicious input injection. Implement strict input validation and sanitization at the application level where possible. Deploy web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules specifically targeting XSS payloads to detect and block malicious requests. Monitor logs for unusual activity related to the countdown widget or unexpected script injections. Educate content contributors about the risks of injecting untrusted content. Once a patch becomes available, prioritize updating the plugin to the fixed version. Additionally, consider disabling or removing the vulnerable countdown widget if it is not essential to site functionality. Regularly back up website data to enable recovery in case of compromise.