CVE-2025-47487 in MC Woocommerce Wishlist Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 06/09/2025
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in moreconvert MC Woocommerce Wishlist allows Reflected XSS. This issue affects MC Woocommerce Wishlist: from n/a through 1.9.1.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/09/2025
This vulnerability represents a critical cross-site scripting flaw in the moreconvert MC Woocommerce Wishlist plugin, specifically impacting versions through 1.9.1. The issue manifests as improper neutralization of input during web page generation, creating a persistent security weakness that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. The vulnerability is classified as reflected XSS, meaning that malicious input is reflected back to users through the web application's response without proper sanitization or encoding. This type of vulnerability falls under CWE-79 which defines the improper neutralization of input during web page generation as a primary cause of cross-site scripting attacks. The attack vector typically involves an attacker crafting malicious input parameters that are then processed by the vulnerable plugin and subsequently rendered in web pages viewed by unsuspecting users.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs within the plugin's handling of user input during the wishlist generation process. When users interact with the wishlist functionality, the plugin fails to properly sanitize or encode data that is subsequently displayed on web pages. This allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript code through various input points such as URL parameters, form fields, or other user-controllable data sources. The reflected nature of the vulnerability means that the malicious script is immediately reflected back to the user's browser without being stored on the server, making it particularly dangerous for targeted attacks. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability maps to T1566.001 which covers phishing with malicious links, as attackers can craft URLs that contain XSS payloads to trick users into executing malicious code. The vulnerability's impact is significant as it can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, defacement of web pages, and potential redirection to malicious sites.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple script injection, creating substantial risks for both administrators and end-users of affected WooCommerce stores. Attackers can exploit this flaw to steal user session cookies, potentially gaining unauthorized access to customer accounts and administrative functions. The reflected XSS nature means that successful exploitation requires user interaction with a maliciously crafted URL, but once executed, the malicious script can perform actions on behalf of the victim within the context of the vulnerable website. This could lead to data exfiltration, modification of product information, customer data theft, and potential compromise of the entire e-commerce platform. The vulnerability affects all users of the MC Woocommerce Wishlist plugin within the specified version range, making it a widespread concern for WooCommerce store owners who have not updated to patched versions. Organizations using this plugin face potential regulatory compliance issues and reputational damage if successful attacks occur.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should prioritize immediate remediation through plugin updates to versions that address the XSS flaw. System administrators should implement comprehensive input validation and output encoding mechanisms to prevent malicious code from being executed in web pages. The implementation of Content Security Policy headers can provide additional protection against XSS attacks by restricting script execution and preventing unauthorized code injection. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify similar flaws in other plugins or custom code within the WordPress ecosystem. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect suspicious user activities and potential exploitation attempts. Organizations should also consider implementing Web Application Firewall rules specifically designed to detect and block XSS attack patterns targeting WooCommerce plugins. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of maintaining up-to-date software components and implementing defense-in-depth strategies to protect web applications from common injection vulnerabilities. According to industry best practices and NIST guidelines, regular patch management and security hardening procedures are essential for maintaining the security posture of web applications. Organizations should also establish incident response procedures to quickly address potential exploitation attempts and minimize damage from successful attacks.