What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in techmix Event Countdown Timer Plugin by TechMix event-countdown-timer allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Event Countdown Timer Plugin by TechMix: from n/a through <= 1.4.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Event Countdown Timer Plugin by TechMix versions 1.4 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in visitors' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect other users on the site. Update to a version newer than 1.4 to resolve this issue.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers and steal session cookies or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' accounts and data at risk; site reputation damaged if used to redirect users or steal credentials.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Visitor must click a malicious link or visit a page containing the injected payload; no authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 16, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated