What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in IndiaNIC Widgets Controller allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Widgets Controller: from n/a through 1.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Widgets Controller versions up to 1.1 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts. An attacker can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by a site user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser to steal session cookies, credentials, or deface the site.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Users visiting malicious links could have their sessions hijacked or credentials stolen; site reputation and user trust may be damaged.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
A site user must visit an attacker-controlled link or page that triggers the vulnerability.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 27, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated