What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Labib Ahmed Carousel Anything For WPBakery Page Builder allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Carousel Anything For WPBakery Page Builder: from n/a through 2.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Carousel Anything For WPBakery Page Builder versions up to 2.1 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts into carousel content. When other users view the affected page, the scripts execute in their browsers, potentially allowing the attacker to steal session tokens, modify page content, or perform actions on their behalf.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view the carousel, stealing sessions or modifying page content.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Compromised user accounts, defaced content, or malware distribution through your site's carousel.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a low-privilege WordPress account and must convince a user to view the affected carousel.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 29, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated