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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/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 J.N. Breetvelt a.K.A. OpaJaap WP Photo Album Plus allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Photo Album Plus: from n/a through 8.5.02.005.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Photo Album Plus versions up to 8.5.02.005 contain 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 handling of user input without proper sanitization.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' sessions can be hijacked, credentials stolen, or site content defaced without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
A site visitor must click an attacker-controlled link while logged into or visiting the affected site.
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