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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 (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Stark Digital WP Testimonial Widget allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Testimonial Widget: from n/a through 3.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Testimonial Widget versions 3.1 and earlier contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with high privileges can inject malicious scripts into testimonial content. When other users view the affected page, the script executes in their browser, potentially compromising their session or stealing data. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the scope beyond the plugin itself.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view testimonials, potentially stealing session data or performing actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Compromised user sessions, data theft, or malicious actions performed by attackers impersonating legitimate users viewing testimonials.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level admin or editor privileges on the WordPress site and the victim must view the affected testimonial page.
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