Favethemes Houzez Theme Functionality Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been identified in the Favethemes Houzez Theme - Functionality plugin, affecting versions prior to 4.2.0. This vulnerability arises from improper neutralization of input during web page generation, allowing attackers to inject malicious scripts that could be executed in the context of the user's browser.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for cross-site scripting, where an attacker can inject malicious scripts that are executed in the context of the user's browser.

Remediation

Users are advised to update the Houzez Theme - Functionality plugin to version 4.2.0 or later.

Added: Nov 6, 2025, 5:24 PM
Updated: Nov 6, 2025, 8:13 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
5.2
impact
1.7
exploitability
6.5
remediation
0.0
relevance
1.0
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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