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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 edmon.parker Download, Downloads ydn-download allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Download, Downloads : from n/a through <= 1.4.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Download plugin for an unspecified CMS contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 1.4.2. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in a victim's browser when they visit a crafted link. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect other users or the site itself depending on context.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or redirecting users.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors can be redirected, have sessions hijacked, or see defaced content. Scope extends beyond the plugin to other site components.
Conditions required to exploit
Victim must click a malicious link or visit a page containing the attacker's payload. No authentication required.
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