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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 Interactions – Create Interactive Experiences in the Block Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via event selectors in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.1 due to insufficient 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
The Interactions plugin for WordPress contains a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 1.3.1. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of other site users, including administrators. The vulnerability affects the block editor and can impact site integrity and user data.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or modifying site content.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject persistent malicious code affecting all site visitors, including admins. Requires immediate patching to prevent account compromise or data theft.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a WordPress user account with at least low-level permissions (e.g., contributor or editor role).
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