What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in NotFound Hero Mega Menu - Responsive WordPress Menu Plugin allows Reflected XSS. This issue affects Hero Mega Menu - Responsive WordPress Menu Plugin: from n/a through 1.16.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Hero Mega Menu plugin for WordPress contains 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. All versions up to 1.16.5 are affected.
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 can be hijacked, credentials stolen, or malware injected into the site without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
A site visitor must click an attacker-supplied link while logged into or visiting the WordPress site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 21, 2025
CVE published
May 5, 2026
Record updated