What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Atakan Au Automatically Hierarchic Categories in Menu automatically-hierarchic-categories-in-menu allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Automatically Hierarchic Categories in Menu: from n/a through <= 2.0.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
A stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in Automatically Hierarchic Categories in Menu versions up to 2.0.5. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts into the menu configuration. When other users view the affected menu, the injected script executes in their browser, potentially allowing the attacker to steal session tokens, modify page content, or perform actions on their behalf.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view the menu, stealing their session data or performing actions as them.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject persistent malicious code affecting all site visitors who view the menu, compromising user sessions and site integrity.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a low-privilege user account and the victim must view the affected menu in their browser.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 6, 2024
CVE published
May 12, 2026
Record updated