What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Meks Meks Easy Ads Widget allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Meks Easy Ads Widget: from n/a through 2.0.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Meks Easy Ads Widget versions up to 2.0.8 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with high privileges can inject malicious scripts into ad content. When other users view the affected ads, 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 into ads that execute when other users view them, potentially stealing data or hijacking sessions.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Compromised user accounts, stolen session tokens, or malicious redirects affecting site visitors who view affected ads.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have high-level admin or editor privileges and a victim must view the compromised ad.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
July 21, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated