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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
What the vulnerability does
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Adam Skaat Countdown & Clock (WordPress plugin) countdown-builder allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Countdown & Clock (WordPress plugin): from n/a through 2.3.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Countdown & Clock WordPress plugin through version 2.3.2 contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated admin can inject malicious JavaScript into plugin settings that executes in the browsers of site visitors. The vulnerability requires admin privileges and user interaction to exploit, but affects all site visitors once injected.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers when they view pages with the plugin.
Potential impact on your site
A compromised admin account can inject malware or steal visitor data without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
Admin-level access to the WordPress site; victim must visit a page containing the affected plugin.
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