CVE-2025-60102 is a Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability classified under CWE-79, affecting the WPFront User Role Editor plugin developed by Syam Mohan. This vulnerability arises due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation, allowing malicious scripts to be stored and executed in the context of the affected web application. Specifically, the flaw exists in versions of the WPFront User Role Editor plugin up to 4.2.3, enabling an attacker with at least limited privileges (PR:L) and requiring user interaction (UI:R) to inject malicious JavaScript code that is stored persistently. When other users or administrators access the affected pages, the malicious script executes within their browsers, potentially leading to session hijacking, privilege escalation, or unauthorized actions within the WordPress environment. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5 reflects a medium severity level, with an attack vector over the network (AV:N), low attack complexity (AC:L), and scope change (S:C), indicating that the vulnerability can affect resources beyond the initially compromised component. The vulnerability requires some level of authentication and user interaction, which somewhat limits exploitation but does not eliminate risk, especially in environments with multiple users or administrators. No known exploits are currently reported in the wild, and no patches have been linked yet, indicating that mitigation may rely on configuration or monitoring until an official fix is released.

For European organizations, the impact of this vulnerability can be significant, especially for those relying on WordPress sites with the WPFront User Role Editor plugin installed. Stored XSS can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, including user credentials and personal data, which is critical under GDPR regulations. The ability to execute scripts in the context of administrative users can lead to privilege escalation, allowing attackers to modify site content, inject malicious payloads, or pivot to other internal systems. This can result in reputational damage, regulatory fines, and operational disruptions. Organizations with public-facing websites or intranet portals using this plugin are particularly at risk. The medium severity rating suggests that while the vulnerability is not trivial to exploit, the potential for data leakage and integrity compromise is non-negligible. The requirement for authentication and user interaction means insider threats or compromised user accounts could be leveraged to exploit this vulnerability, increasing risk in environments with many users or less stringent access controls.

1. Immediate mitigation should include restricting access to the WPFront User Role Editor plugin to only trusted administrators and users with a genuine need, minimizing the attack surface. 2. Implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data within the plugin, particularly in areas where role editing or user input is processed and displayed. 3. Monitor web application logs for unusual activity or unexpected script injections, and employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting XSS payloads to block exploitation attempts. 4. Educate users and administrators about the risks of clicking on suspicious links or executing unknown scripts, as user interaction is required for exploitation. 5. Regularly audit installed plugins and promptly apply updates once a patch is released by the vendor. 6. Consider temporarily disabling or replacing the WPFront User Role Editor plugin with alternative solutions that have a stronger security posture until the vulnerability is resolved. 7. Conduct penetration testing focused on XSS vulnerabilities to identify any residual or related issues in the WordPress environment.