CVE-2025-62041 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the CodexThemes TheGem (Elementor) WordPress plugin, affecting versions up to and including 5.10.5.1. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user-supplied input during the generation of web pages, allowing attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code that executes in the context of users visiting affected websites. This flaw does not require any authentication or privileges to exploit but does require user interaction, such as clicking a crafted link or visiting a malicious page. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.1, reflecting its high severity due to network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, but user interaction needed, and a scope change that affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Successful exploitation can lead to session hijacking, theft of sensitive information, defacement of websites, or redirection to malicious sites. Although no active exploits have been reported, the widespread use of TheGem (Elementor) in WordPress sites makes this vulnerability a significant concern. The vulnerability was reserved on October 7, 2025, and published on November 6, 2025, with no patch links currently available, indicating that organizations should monitor for updates and apply patches promptly once released.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a substantial risk, especially for those relying on TheGem (Elementor) for website design and content management. Exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to user sessions, leakage of confidential customer or employee data, and damage to organizational reputation through website defacement or distribution of malware. E-commerce platforms, media outlets, and service providers using this plugin are particularly vulnerable to customer data theft and fraud. The cross-site scripting nature of the vulnerability can also facilitate phishing attacks by injecting deceptive content into trusted websites. Given the interconnected nature of European digital infrastructure and strict data protection regulations like GDPR, such breaches could result in significant legal and financial consequences. The lack of current patches increases the urgency for organizations to implement interim mitigations to protect their web assets.

Organizations should immediately inventory their WordPress installations to identify the use of TheGem (Elementor) plugin and its version. Until an official patch is released, implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data to prevent script injection. Deploy Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts and reduce the impact of potential XSS attacks. Utilize Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting known XSS attack patterns to provide an additional layer of defense. Educate website administrators and users about the risks of clicking unknown links or interacting with suspicious content. Monitor security advisories from CodexThemes and Elementor for patch releases and apply updates promptly. Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing focusing on web application vulnerabilities. Finally, consider isolating critical web assets and limiting user privileges to reduce the attack surface.