What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in JWardee WP Mail Catcher wp-mail-catcher allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects WP Mail Catcher: from n/a through <= 2.1.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Mail Catcher versions 2.1.9 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the plugin's interface. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site administrator or user, executes arbitrary 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
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser when they visit a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Administrators or users who click a malicious link could have their sessions hijacked or credentials stolen, compromising site security.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
The victim must click a malicious link or visit a page controlled by the attacker. No authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 6, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated