What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in michelem NoFollow Free nofollow-free allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects NoFollow Free: from n/a through <= 1.6.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
NoFollow Free versions up to 1.6.3 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. The vulnerability affects the site's scope, meaning the attack can impact other users and site functionality.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' sessions and credentials can be compromised; site content can be altered or defaced for affected users.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
A site visitor must click an attacker-controlled link while logged into or viewing the affected site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 14, 2025
CVE published
May 11, 2026
Record updated