Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-25461 is a reflected cross-site scripting issue in the WordPress Listeo Core plugin through version 2.0.21. An attacker could craft a link that runs script in a victim’s browser if the victim clicks it, potentially affecting account data or site integrity.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation in the next patch cycle for internet-facing WordPress sites using Listeo Core. Escalate faster if the plugin supports sensitive workflows, authenticated user areas, or administrative users frequently access public links.
Technical view
The issue is CWE-79 improper neutralization during web page generation in purethemes Listeo Core. CVSS 3.1 is 7.1 High: AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L. The published scope is Listeo Core <= 2.0.21.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites with the Listeo Core plugin installed at version 2.0.21 or earlier. The source bundle does not identify affected endpoints, vulnerable parameters, or a fixed version.
Exploitation context
No active exploitation is stated in the provided sources, and the CVE is not marked KEV. Exploitation requires user interaction, such as convincing a user to open a crafted link, but does not require attacker authentication.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to CVE and Patchstack metadata. The bundle does not include proof-of-concept details, vulnerable parameters, exploit-in-the-wild evidence, or a named fixed release. Avoid assuming broader Listeo theme impact beyond Listeo Core.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for the Listeo Core plugin.
- Identify any installations running Listeo Core 2.0.21 or earlier.
- Check purethemes, WordPress plugin, and Patchstack guidance for an official fix.
- Update promptly if a vendor-fixed version is available.
- Consider disabling the plugin temporarily where business impact allows.
- Use WAF/browser protections as compensating controls for XSS risk.
Validation and detection
- Confirm plugin name and version from WordPress administration or asset inventory.
- Prioritize public-facing sites and sites with privileged users.
- Review access logs for unusual requests to Listeo-related pages.
- Verify whether vendor guidance names a fixed version.
- After remediation, confirm the vulnerable version is no longer deployed.
Public sources used
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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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Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.