Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-25361 is a reflected cross-site scripting issue in the WordPress WpEvently plugin, package mage-eventpress, through version 5.1.4. An attacker could trick a user into opening a crafted link and run script in that user’s browser context. This can affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability at a limited level.
Executive priority
Treat as a high-priority WordPress plugin issue where the affected plugin is present. The business urgency is strongest for public-facing sites, administrator-heavy workflows, or sites handling sensitive customer interactions. Do not assume compromise from the CVE alone; validate installation and version first.
Technical view
The CVE describes CWE-79 improper neutralization during web page generation in magepeopleteam WpEvently. It is network-exploitable, low complexity, requires no privileges, and requires user interaction. CVSS v3.1 is 7.1 with scope changed and low C/I/A impact. The only referenced advisory is Patchstack’s vulnerability database entry.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites that have the WpEvently plugin, package mage-eventpress, installed at version 5.1.4 or earlier. Sites without this plugin are not indicated as affected by the provided sources.
Exploitation context
The record does not indicate known active exploitation, and it is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided bundle. Reflected XSS generally depends on convincing a user to interact with a malicious link or page. No exploit details should be needed for defensive triage.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE record and Patchstack reference. The CVE identifies reflected XSS but the provided data does not include vulnerable parameters, proof of concept, patch version, or exploitation observations. Defensive work should focus on version inventory, vendor advisory monitoring, and safe log review.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for WpEvently or mage-eventpress plugin installations.
- Prioritize any instance running version 5.1.4 or earlier.
- Check the vendor or Patchstack advisory for fixed-version guidance.
- If no fix is available, consider disabling the plugin until guidance is published.
- Apply standard WordPress hardening and least-privilege controls.
Validation and detection
- Confirm plugin name, package name, and installed version in WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Compare installed versions against the affected range: through 5.1.4.
- Review web logs for unusual requests targeting WpEvently pages or parameters.
- Verify whether vendor guidance or an updated plugin release is available.
- Document exposure status for each WordPress instance.
Public sources used
Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.
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CWE-79: User-session and phishing behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 7.1 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L2.83.7Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.1HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
Source materials
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CWE details
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