What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WPCenter AffiliateX affiliatex allows Stored XSS.This issue affects AffiliateX: from n/a through <= 1.2.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
AffiliateX versions 1.2.9 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. An attacker with low-level account access can craft a request that executes JavaScript in other users' browsers when they interact with affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect multiple users across the site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute JavaScript code in other users' browsers to steal session tokens, redirect users, or deface content.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can be compromised; attackers may steal admin credentials, modify site content, or harvest visitor data.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a low-privilege account on the site and must trick a user into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 29, 2024
CVE published
May 12, 2026
Record updated