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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 Prasidhda Malla Honeypot for WP Comment allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Honeypot for WP Comment: from n/a through 2.2.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Honeypot for WP Comment versions up to 2.2.3 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect multiple users across the site. An attacker can steal session cookies, redirect users, or deface content.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, stealing cookies or redirecting users to phishing sites.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' sessions can be hijacked, credentials stolen, or redirected to malicious sites; site reputation damaged.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker crafts a malicious link; a site visitor must click it or visit a compromised page.
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