CVE-2025-67916 identifies a reflected Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Astoundify Jobify plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions up to and including 4.3.0. The vulnerability stems from improper neutralization of user-supplied input during web page generation, which allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code into web pages viewed by other users. This reflected XSS does not require authentication and can be triggered by enticing a victim to click a specially crafted URL containing malicious payloads. Upon execution, the injected script can steal sensitive information such as session cookies, perform actions on behalf of the user, or manipulate the content displayed, thereby compromising confidentiality and integrity. The CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.1 reflects a medium severity, with an attack vector over the network, low attack complexity, no privileges required, but requiring user interaction. The scope is changed, indicating that the vulnerability affects components beyond the initially vulnerable module. No known exploits are currently in the wild, but the vulnerability is publicly disclosed and should be addressed promptly. The lack of official patches at the time of publication necessitates interim mitigations. This vulnerability is particularly relevant for websites using Jobify as a job board or recruitment platform, which often handle sensitive user data and business-critical operations.

For European organizations, this vulnerability poses a risk primarily to websites leveraging the Jobify plugin for recruitment and job listing services. Exploitation can lead to theft of user credentials, session hijacking, and unauthorized actions performed on behalf of users, potentially exposing personal data and damaging organizational reputation. Given the widespread use of WordPress and recruitment platforms across Europe, organizations in sectors such as human resources, staffing agencies, and corporate recruitment portals are at risk. The confidentiality and integrity of user data are most impacted, while availability remains unaffected. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to conduct phishing campaigns or escalate attacks within the network. The medium severity score suggests a moderate but non-trivial risk, especially if combined with other vulnerabilities or social engineering tactics. Organizations failing to mitigate this risk may face regulatory scrutiny under GDPR for inadequate protection of personal data.

Organizations should immediately inventory their WordPress installations to identify the use of the Jobify plugin and its version. Until an official patch is released, implement strict input validation and output encoding on all user-supplied data within the affected plugin components. Deploy a robust Content Security Policy (CSP) to restrict the execution of unauthorized scripts. Employ Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting reflected XSS payloads specific to Jobify. Educate users and administrators to avoid clicking suspicious links and to report unusual site behavior. Monitor web server logs for anomalous requests that may indicate exploitation attempts. Once patches become available, prioritize timely updates of the Jobify plugin. Additionally, consider isolating the recruitment platform from critical internal networks to limit lateral movement in case of compromise. Regular security assessments and penetration testing focusing on web application vulnerabilities should be conducted to detect similar issues proactively.