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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/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 catchsquare WP Social Widget allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Social Widget: from n/a through 2.2.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Social Widget versions up to 2.2.5 contain a stored 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 site's integrity and confidentiality.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers and steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors; attackers could steal admin sessions or deface content.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege WordPress account and must trick a user into viewing a page containing the injected payload.
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