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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 Phil Ewels CPT Bootstrap Carousel allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects CPT Bootstrap Carousel: from n/a through 1.12.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
CPT Bootstrap Carousel versions up to 1.12 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into carousel content. An attacker can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by a site administrator or user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in their browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in the browsers of site visitors or administrators.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can steal admin sessions, modify site content, or redirect users to malicious sites without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
The victim must visit a page containing the malicious carousel content or click a crafted link.
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