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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
What the vulnerability does
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Automattic Jetpack – WP Security, Backup, Speed, & Growth allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Jetpack – WP Security, Backup, Speed, & Growth: from n/a through 12.8-a.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Jetpack contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows an authenticated user to inject malicious scripts into the site. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a crafted link—and affects the scope beyond the vulnerable component. An attacker with low-level access can inject code that executes in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or performing actions on their behalf.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers and steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can be compromised; attackers may steal admin sessions or modify site content via victim browsers.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege account on the site and must trick a user into clicking a malicious link.
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