What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Howard Ehrenberg Custom Post Carousels with Owl allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Custom Post Carousels with Owl: from n/a through 1.4.6.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Custom Post Carousels with Owl versions up to 1.4.6 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers to steal data, modify page content, or disrupt site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors; site admins should update the plugin and audit for malicious content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege account on the site and the victim must view a page containing the injected payload.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 10, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated