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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Wordpress Simple Shop WordPress plugin is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the update_row parameter found in the ~/includes/add_product.php file which allows attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts, in versions up to and including 1.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Simple Shop WordPress plugin version 1.2 contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the site. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. The vulnerability affects the plugin's scope across the site.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers to steal credentials or hijack sessions.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors to your site could have their sessions hijacked or credentials stolen if they click attacker-controlled links.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must trick a site visitor into clicking a malicious link (user interaction required). No authentication needed.
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