What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Compact WP Audio Player allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Compact WP Audio Player: from n/a through 1.9.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Compact WP Audio Player versions up to 1.9.9 contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the site's integrity and confidentiality. Site administrators should update to a version newer than 1.9.9 to remediate this issue.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they interact with the player.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors' data and site functionality.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a WordPress user account (low privilege) and the victim must visit a page with the malicious player.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 27, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated