What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in WP-EXPERTS.IN WP EASY RECIPE wp-easy-recipe allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP EASY RECIPE: from n/a through <= 1.6.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Easy Recipe versions 1.6 and earlier contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability affects the site's integrity and can lead to unauthorized actions or data theft.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers and steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other site visitors; admin accounts viewing affected content are at highest risk.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress account and the victim must view a page containing the injected script.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 9, 2024
CVE published
May 11, 2026
Record updated