CVE-2025-62069 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability identified in the RealMag777 MDTF (Meta Data Filter and Taxonomy Filter) WordPress plugin, affecting versions up to and including 1.3.3.8. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user-supplied input during the generation of web pages, which allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts into pages viewed by other users. This type of vulnerability can lead to the execution of arbitrary JavaScript in the context of the victim’s browser session, potentially enabling session hijacking, defacement, or redirection to malicious sites. The CVSS 3.1 vector (AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L) indicates that the attack can be performed remotely over the network with low attack complexity, but requires the attacker to have low privileges (authenticated user) and requires user interaction (such as clicking a crafted link). The scope is changed, meaning the vulnerability affects resources beyond the attacker’s privileges. The impact includes partial loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as malicious scripts can manipulate or steal sensitive data and disrupt service. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the presence of this vulnerability in a widely used WordPress plugin poses a risk to websites relying on MDTF for metadata filtering and taxonomy management. The vulnerability was reserved on October 7, 2025, and published on October 22, 2025, with no patch links currently available, indicating that remediation may still be pending or in progress.

For European organizations, the impact of CVE-2025-62069 can be significant, particularly for those operating public-facing WordPress websites that utilize the MDTF plugin for content filtering and taxonomy management. Successful exploitation could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the browsers of site users, leading to session hijacking, theft of sensitive information such as authentication tokens or personal data, and potential defacement or redirection attacks. This can damage organizational reputation, lead to regulatory non-compliance under GDPR due to data breaches, and disrupt business operations. E-commerce, media, and governmental websites are particularly at risk due to their reliance on accurate metadata filtering and the high value of their user data. The requirement for authenticated access limits the attack surface somewhat, but insider threats or compromised accounts could be leveraged. The lack of known exploits reduces immediate risk, but the medium CVSS score and the widespread use of WordPress in Europe necessitate proactive measures.

Organizations should monitor for official patches from RealMag777 and apply updates to MDTF immediately upon release. Until a patch is available, administrators can implement manual input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data processed by the plugin to prevent script injection. Restricting plugin usage to trusted users and limiting privileges can reduce exploitation risk. Employing Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules to detect and block XSS payloads targeting MDTF can provide interim protection. Regularly auditing user accounts and monitoring logs for suspicious activity can help detect attempted exploitation. Additionally, educating users about the risks of interacting with suspicious links and ensuring robust session management can mitigate impact. Organizations should also consider isolating critical WordPress instances and backing up data regularly to enable rapid recovery if exploitation occurs.