What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Themekraft BuddyForms buddyforms allows Stored XSS.This issue affects BuddyForms: from n/a through <= 2.8.12.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
BuddyForms versions up to 2.8.12 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated administrators to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability requires an admin to visit a specially crafted page or link. Successful exploitation can compromise site integrity and expose user data. Update to version 2.9.0 or later to remediate.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers and steals data or modifies site content.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
An admin account could be compromised to inject malware, deface content, or steal visitor data without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have administrator privileges and trick an admin into visiting a malicious link or page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 5, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated