CVSS base score
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The SimplyConvert plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'simplyconvert_hash' option in all versions up to, and including, 1.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
SimplyConvert versions 1.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows high-privilege users to inject malicious scripts affecting other users or the site. The vulnerability requires high attack complexity and administrative access to exploit. Impact is limited to low-level data exposure and site integrity issues.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers or affect site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
A compromised admin account could inject scripts affecting other users or site behavior, though impact is limited.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level administrative privileges and the attack requires specific technical conditions to succeed.
Key dates
External resources
