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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 BestWebSoft Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft: from n/a through 1.2.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Limit Attempts by BestWebSoft versions 1.2.9 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors, potentially stealing session tokens or redirecting users. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and affects the site's scope beyond the plugin itself.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers to steal data or redirect them.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' browsers can be compromised; session tokens or credentials may be stolen without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
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