What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WpOpal Opal Widgets For Elementor allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Opal Widgets For Elementor: from n/a through 1.6.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Opal Widgets For Elementor versions up to 1.6.9 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts into widget content. When other users view the affected page, the scripts execute in their browsers, potentially stealing session data or performing actions on their behalf. The vulnerability requires user interaction to trigger.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view the page, stealing data or performing actions as those users.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other site visitors; session hijacking and unauthorized actions are possible.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account and the victim must visit the page containing the malicious widget.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
April 29, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated