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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 Aezaz Shaikh Countdown Timer for Elementor countdown-timer-for-elementor allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Countdown Timer for Elementor: from n/a through <= 1.3.6.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Countdown Timer for Elementor versions up to 1.3.6 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts into timer settings. When other users view the affected page, the scripts execute in their browsers, potentially compromising their sessions or stealing data. The vulnerability requires user interaction to trigger.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view the timer, stealing sessions or data.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting all site visitors; may lead to account compromise or data theft.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege account on the site; victim must view the affected page.
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