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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/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 Ays Pro FAQ Builder AYS faq-builder-ays allows Stored XSS.This issue affects FAQ Builder AYS: from n/a through <= 1.7.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
FAQ Builder AYS versions up to 1.7.3 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with high privileges can inject malicious scripts into FAQ content. When other users view the affected FAQ, the script executes in their browser, potentially stealing session data or performing actions on their behalf. The vulnerability requires user interaction to trigger.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts into FAQ content that execute when other users view the page.
Potential impact on your site
Compromised user sessions, unauthorized actions, or data theft affecting site visitors who view malicious FAQs.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level admin or editor privileges and the victim must view the affected FAQ.
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