What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in matt_mcbrien WP SimpleWeather wp-simpleweather allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP SimpleWeather: from n/a through <= 0.2.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP SimpleWeather versions 0.2.5 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers to steal data, modify content, or disrupt site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors; impacts site security and user trust if exploited.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress account and trick a user into visiting a crafted page or link.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 7, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated