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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 Agnel Waghela Shortcode Collection shortcode-collection allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Shortcode Collection: from n/a through <= 1.4.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Shortcode Collection versions 1.4 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers, including site administrators. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a crafted link—and can affect the entire site if an admin is targeted.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers, potentially stealing credentials or performing actions as those users.
Potential impact on your site
An attacker with a basic user account can compromise admin accounts or other users' sessions by injecting JavaScript into the site.
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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