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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 Lester ‘GaMerZ’ Chan WP-PostRatings allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP-PostRatings: from n/a through 1.91.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP-PostRatings contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts into the site. An attacker with low-level WordPress access can craft a payload that executes in other users' browsers when they view affected content. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect site visitors across the platform.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers when they view the site.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject scripts that steal admin credentials, modify site content, or compromise visitor data.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege WordPress account and the victim must view a page containing the injected payload.
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