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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/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 nitethemes Nite Shortcodes nite-shortcodes allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Nite Shortcodes: from n/a through <= 1.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Nite Shortcodes versions 1.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. An attacker with low-level site access can craft a shortcode or input that executes JavaScript in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or performing actions on their behalf. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically a victim visiting a page containing the malicious shortcode.
What an attacker can do
Inject JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers when they view affected pages.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated attackers can compromise other users' sessions or perform unauthorized actions via their accounts.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs low-level site access (e.g., contributor role) and victim must view the malicious content.
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