CVE-2019-25150 : What You Need to Know

This CVE record pertains to a vulnerability in the Email Templates plugin for WordPress and WooCommerce.

Understanding CVE-2019-25150

This CVE involves a vulnerability in HTML Injection in versions of the Email Templates plugin for WordPress up to and including 1.3.

What is CVE-2019-25150?

CVE-2019-25150 is a security vulnerability that allows attackers to perform HTML Injection, potentially leading to fraudulent form displays or cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks targeting site administrators.

The Impact of CVE-2019-25150

The vulnerability can result in unauthorized access to sensitive information, manipulation of website content, and potential compromise of the affected WordPress and WooCommerce sites.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-25150

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component, allowing attackers to inject malicious HTML code.

Affected Systems and Versions

Vendor: wpexpertsio
Product: Email Templates Customizer and Designer for WordPress and WooCommerce
Versions Affected: Up to and including 1.3

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to display fraudulent forms or execute CSRF attacks targeting site administrators.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Update the Email Templates plugin to version 1.4 or higher to mitigate the vulnerability.
Monitor website activity for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update plugins and themes to the latest versions.
Implement security best practices such as using strong passwords and limiting access permissions.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by the plugin developer to address security vulnerabilities and enhance website security.