CVE-2025-48244 is a medium-severity vulnerability classified under CWE-79, indicating an improper neutralization of input during web page generation, commonly known as Cross-site Scripting (XSS). This vulnerability affects the WordPress plugin 'Exclusive Addons Elementor' developed by Tim Strifler, specifically versions up to 2.7.9. The flaw allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts that are stored persistently within the web application, leading to Stored XSS. Exploitation requires the attacker to have some level of privileges (PR:H - High privileges) and user interaction (UI:R - Requires user interaction), but the attack can be launched remotely over the network (AV:N). The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability, albeit with limited impact on confidentiality and integrity and a low impact on availability. The scope is changed (S:C), meaning the vulnerability affects components beyond the initially vulnerable component. Stored XSS can be leveraged to hijack user sessions, deface websites, or deliver malware to site visitors. Since the plugin is widely used to extend Elementor page builder functionality, websites using this plugin are at risk if they have not updated to a patched version. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no official patches are linked yet. The CVSS score of 5.9 reflects a medium risk, balancing the ease of exploitation with the requirement for high privileges and user interaction.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a moderate risk, especially for those relying on WordPress sites enhanced with the Exclusive Addons Elementor plugin. Exploitation could lead to session hijacking, unauthorized actions on behalf of users, and potential defacement or malware distribution, damaging brand reputation and user trust. Confidential data could be exposed or manipulated, and availability might be disrupted through script-based attacks. Organizations in sectors such as e-commerce, government, education, and media, which often use WordPress for public-facing websites, could face targeted attacks. The requirement for high privileges to exploit somewhat limits the risk to internal users or attackers who have already compromised accounts, but the stored nature of the XSS means that any visitor interacting with the infected content could be affected. This could lead to GDPR compliance issues if personal data is compromised or if the website is used to distribute malware to EU citizens.

European organizations should immediately audit their WordPress installations for the presence of the Exclusive Addons Elementor plugin and verify the version in use. Until an official patch is released, administrators should consider disabling or removing the plugin if it is not critical. For sites that must continue using the plugin, applying Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to detect and block XSS payloads targeting plugin-specific inputs can reduce risk. Additionally, enforcing strict Content Security Policy (CSP) headers can mitigate the impact of injected scripts. Organizations should also review user privilege assignments to minimize the number of users with high privileges, reducing the attack surface. Regular security scanning and monitoring for unusual activity related to the plugin's functionality are recommended. Finally, educating site administrators and users about the risks of XSS and safe interaction practices can help prevent exploitation.