What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in unalignedcoder Stray Random Quotes stray-quotes allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Stray Random Quotes: from n/a through <= 1.9.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Stray Random Quotes versions 1.9.9 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 1.9.9 to resolve this issue.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers and steal session data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' browsers can be compromised; attackers may steal credentials, deface content, or redirect users to phishing sites.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 3, 2025
CVE published
May 11, 2026
Record updated