What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in BrainCert BrainCert – HTML5 Virtual Classroom allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects BrainCert – HTML5 Virtual Classroom: from n/a through 1.30.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
BrainCert HTML5 Virtual Classroom versions up to 1.30 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser to steal session data or perform unauthorized actions.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Users of BrainCert Virtual Classroom can be compromised via phishing links, risking account takeover and data theft.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must trick a user into clicking a malicious link (user interaction required). No authentication needed.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 14, 2023
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated