What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Fahad Mahmood WP Datepicker wp-datepicker allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Datepicker: from n/a through <= 2.1.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Datepicker versions up to 2.1.1 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated administrator with high privileges can inject malicious scripts through the plugin's input fields. When other users view the affected content, the injected script executes in their browser, potentially compromising their session or stealing sensitive data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that executes when other users view the page.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
An admin account compromise could allow script injection affecting all site visitors, risking credential theft or malware distribution.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have administrator-level access and a user must view the page containing the injected script.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 6, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated