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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
What the vulnerability does
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Jethin Gallery Slideshow allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Gallery Slideshow: from n/a through 1.4.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Gallery Slideshow versions up to 1.4.1 contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. An attacker with low-level account access can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by another user, executes JavaScript in their browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute JavaScript code in other users' browsers via a malicious link.
Potential impact on your site
Users' sessions and data are at risk if they click attacker-crafted links; admin accounts are vulnerable to account takeover.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege account on the site; victim must click the malicious link.
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