VikWidgetsLoader vulnerability

What happened

The VikWidgetsLoader WordPress plugin before 1.12.0 does not sanitise or escape a block attribute before outputting it inside an inline script, allowing users with the Contributor role to store arbitrary JavaScript that executes in the browser of any user viewing the affected post, including the administrator who reviews the pending submission.

Affected versions

VikWidgetsLoader: 1.11.0 through before 1.12.0 (semver) Fixed: See vendor advisory.

Why it matters

Review the vendor advisory and exposure of the affected product to determine operational impact.

Detection & mitigation

• Apply vendor-provided updates or mitigations.
• Review affected product exposure and access logs.