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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 Joachim Jensen Restrict User Access – Membership Plugin with Force restrict-user-access.This issue affects Restrict User Access – Membership Plugin with Force: from n/a through <= 2.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Restrict User Access plugin for WordPress contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 2.5. An attacker can inject malicious JavaScript that executes in the browsers of site visitors and administrators. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically a victim clicking a malicious link—but can affect multiple users across the site due to its stored nature.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, stealing cookies, session tokens, or performing actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can compromise admin and user accounts, deface content, or redirect visitors to malicious sites without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Victim must click a link or visit a page containing the injected payload.
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