What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in ShapedPlugin Widget Post Slider allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Widget Post Slider: from n/a through 1.3.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Widget Post Slider versions up to 1.3.5 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with high privileges can inject malicious scripts into widget settings. When other users view pages containing the affected widget, the injected code executes in their browsers, potentially compromising their sessions or stealing data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers when they view pages with the affected widget.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Malicious admins or compromised high-privilege accounts can inject code affecting all site visitors, risking session hijacking or data theft.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have high-level admin or editor privileges and the victim must visit a page containing the compromised widget.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
April 24, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated