What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in arifnezami Better Author Bio better-author-bio allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Better Author Bio: from n/a through <= 2.7.10.11.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Better Author Bio versions up to 2.7.10.11 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the site. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or malware distribution.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' sessions and credentials are at risk; attackers can steal data or perform actions on behalf of users.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
A site visitor must click an attacker-supplied link while logged into or visiting the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 17, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated