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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Shortcodes Bootstrap plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'type' parameter in the [notification] shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.1. This is due to missing input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Shortcodes Bootstrap versions 1.1 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability has a changed scope, meaning injected code can affect other users and site functionality. An attacker with low-level account access can craft malicious shortcode input that executes in other users' browsers.
What an attacker can do
Inject JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers and affects site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject malicious scripts affecting other visitors and site operations.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege account (e.g., contributor or subscriber role) on the site.
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