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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/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 WordPress Monsters Preloader by WordPress Monsters preloader-sws allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Preloader by WordPress Monsters: from n/a through <= 1.2.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Preloader by WordPress Monsters plugin versions 1.2.3 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect other users and site functionality. Update the plugin immediately to a patched version.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers, stealing cookies, session tokens, or performing actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' accounts and data at risk; site reputation damage if used for phishing or malware distribution.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Attacker must trick a site visitor into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page.
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