CVE-2025-22810: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder content-blocks-builder allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Content Blocks Builder: from n/a through <= 2.7.6.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-22810 is a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder plugin, a tool used to create and manage content blocks on websites. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user-supplied input during the generation of web pages, which allows malicious scripts to be stored within the content blocks. When other users or administrators view the affected content, the malicious scripts execute in their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed with the victim's privileges. The affected versions include all releases up to and including version 2.7.6. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, and no public exploits have been reported. The vulnerability does not require authentication or complex user interaction to exploit, increasing its risk profile. Given the widespread use of WordPress and its plugins, this vulnerability could affect a broad range of websites, especially those that rely on Content Blocks Builder for dynamic content management. The lack of a patch link indicates that a fix may not yet be available, emphasizing the need for immediate mitigation steps. The vulnerability was published on January 9, 2025, and was reserved shortly before that, indicating recent discovery and disclosure.
Potential Impact
The Stored XSS vulnerability in Content Blocks Builder can have severe consequences for organizations worldwide. Attackers can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors or administrators, leading to theft of session cookies, redirection to malicious sites, defacement, or distribution of malware. This compromises the confidentiality and integrity of user data and can damage organizational reputation. For e-commerce, financial, or government websites, such exploitation could lead to significant data breaches or unauthorized transactions. The vulnerability's ease of exploitation and lack of authentication requirements increase the risk of widespread attacks. Additionally, compromised administrative accounts could lead to full site takeover. The absence of known exploits currently limits immediate impact, but the potential for rapid weaponization exists once exploit code becomes available. Organizations relying on this plugin face risks of service disruption, loss of user trust, and regulatory penalties if sensitive data is exposed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Organizations using Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder should immediately audit their installations to identify affected versions (up to 2.7.6). Since no official patch link is currently available, temporary mitigations include disabling or restricting access to the plugin until a fix is released. Implementing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block typical XSS payloads can reduce exploitation risk. Content Security Policy (CSP) headers should be enforced to limit script execution to trusted sources. Regularly scanning website content for injected scripts and monitoring logs for suspicious activity can help detect exploitation attempts. Administrators should educate users about the risks of clicking unknown links or executing untrusted scripts. Once a patch is released, prompt updating is critical. Additionally, employing input validation and output encoding best practices in custom code can prevent similar vulnerabilities. Backup procedures should be reviewed to ensure rapid recovery from potential compromises.
Affected Countries
United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Australia, France, India, Brazil, Japan, Netherlands, Italy, Spain
CVE-2025-22810: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') in Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder
Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder content-blocks-builder allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Content Blocks Builder: from n/a through <= 2.7.6.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-22810 is a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder plugin, a tool used to create and manage content blocks on websites. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user-supplied input during the generation of web pages, which allows malicious scripts to be stored within the content blocks. When other users or administrators view the affected content, the malicious scripts execute in their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed with the victim's privileges. The affected versions include all releases up to and including version 2.7.6. No CVSS score has been assigned yet, and no public exploits have been reported. The vulnerability does not require authentication or complex user interaction to exploit, increasing its risk profile. Given the widespread use of WordPress and its plugins, this vulnerability could affect a broad range of websites, especially those that rely on Content Blocks Builder for dynamic content management. The lack of a patch link indicates that a fix may not yet be available, emphasizing the need for immediate mitigation steps. The vulnerability was published on January 9, 2025, and was reserved shortly before that, indicating recent discovery and disclosure.
Potential Impact
The Stored XSS vulnerability in Content Blocks Builder can have severe consequences for organizations worldwide. Attackers can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors or administrators, leading to theft of session cookies, redirection to malicious sites, defacement, or distribution of malware. This compromises the confidentiality and integrity of user data and can damage organizational reputation. For e-commerce, financial, or government websites, such exploitation could lead to significant data breaches or unauthorized transactions. The vulnerability's ease of exploitation and lack of authentication requirements increase the risk of widespread attacks. Additionally, compromised administrative accounts could lead to full site takeover. The absence of known exploits currently limits immediate impact, but the potential for rapid weaponization exists once exploit code becomes available. Organizations relying on this plugin face risks of service disruption, loss of user trust, and regulatory penalties if sensitive data is exposed.
Mitigation Recommendations
Organizations using Phi Phan Content Blocks Builder should immediately audit their installations to identify affected versions (up to 2.7.6). Since no official patch link is currently available, temporary mitigations include disabling or restricting access to the plugin until a fix is released. Implementing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block typical XSS payloads can reduce exploitation risk. Content Security Policy (CSP) headers should be enforced to limit script execution to trusted sources. Regularly scanning website content for injected scripts and monitoring logs for suspicious activity can help detect exploitation attempts. Administrators should educate users about the risks of clicking unknown links or executing untrusted scripts. Once a patch is released, prompt updating is critical. Additionally, employing input validation and output encoding best practices in custom code can prevent similar vulnerabilities. Backup procedures should be reviewed to ensure rapid recovery from potential compromises.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2025-01-07T21:05:44.628Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69cd7613e6bfc5ba1df09447
Added to database: 4/1/2026, 7:46:27 PM
Last enriched: 4/1/2026, 11:24:18 PM
Last updated: 4/6/2026, 9:28:04 AM
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