What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in koolkatwebdesigns jCarousel jcarousel-for-wordpress allows Stored XSS.This issue affects jCarousel: from n/a through <= 1.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
jCarousel versions 1.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect other users viewing the compromised page. An attacker can steal session cookies, redirect users, or deface content.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, stealing cookies or redirecting users.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' browsers can execute attacker-controlled code, compromising user sessions and data.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 16, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated