What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in azzaroco WP SuperBackup indeed-wp-superbackup allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects WP SuperBackup: from n/a through <= 2.3.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP SuperBackup versions 2.3.3 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the plugin's interface. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site administrator, executes arbitrary JavaScript in their browser session. This can lead to unauthorized actions, data theft, or further compromise of the WordPress site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in an admin's browser to steal credentials or perform unauthorized site actions.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Administrators visiting a crafted link could have their session hijacked or site settings altered without their knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must trick an administrator into clicking a malicious link; no prior authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 2, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated