What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in wpjobportal WP Job Portal wp-job-portal allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Job Portal: from n/a through <= 2.2.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Job Portal versions 2.2.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. When a victim visits a page containing the injected code, the script executes in their browser with their privileges. The vulnerability affects multiple components and can impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers when they view affected pages.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other users' sessions, potentially stealing credentials or modifying site content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege account (e.g., job seeker or employer) and the victim must visit a page containing the injected code.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 18, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated