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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 InviteBox Plugin for viral Refer-a-Friend Promotions WordPress plugin is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the message parameter found in the ~/admin/admin.php file which allows attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts, in versions up to and including 1.4.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The InviteBox plugin for WordPress versions 1.4.1 contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or malware distribution. The vulnerability affects the plugin's scope across the site.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors clicking malicious links could have their sessions hijacked, credentials stolen, or be redirected to malware.
Conditions required to exploit
A site visitor must click an attacker-controlled link while logged into or visiting the WordPress site.
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