What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in richardgabriel Staff Directory Plugin: Company Directory staff-directory-pro allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Staff Directory Plugin: Company Directory: from n/a through <= 4.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Staff Directory Plugin: Company Directory versions 4.3 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors who view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—a victim must visit a crafted link or page. The impact extends beyond the plugin itself, potentially affecting other site functionality.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers, stealing session tokens, credentials, or redirecting users.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors to your site could have their sessions hijacked or be redirected to malicious sites; your site's reputation is at risk.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
No authentication required. Victim must visit a page containing the attacker's malicious input (e.g., click a link).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 3, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated