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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:L
What the vulnerability does
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Sazzad Image Carousel Shortcode image-carousel-shortcode allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects Image Carousel Shortcode: from n/a through <= 1.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Image Carousel Shortcode versions 1.2 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts through the shortcode that execute in other users' browsers, including site administrators. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect the entire site scope.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or admin credentials.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated attackers can compromise admin accounts and site data through stored or reflected XSS attacks via the shortcode.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account and trick a victim into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page.
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