CVSS base score
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/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 Satrya Smart Recent Posts Widget allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Smart Recent Posts Widget: from n/a through 1.0.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Smart Recent Posts Widget for WordPress contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 1.0.3. An authenticated user with high privileges can inject malicious scripts into widget settings. When other users view pages containing the widget, the injected code executes in their browsers, potentially compromising their sessions or stealing data.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers when they view the affected widget.
Potential impact on your site
A malicious admin or compromised admin account can inject code affecting all site visitors, risking session hijacking or credential theft.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level WordPress admin privileges and a victim must view a page with the compromised widget.
Key dates
External resources
Related vulnerabilities
