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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/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 Huseyin Berberoglu WP Hide Categories wp-hide-categories allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects WP Hide Categories: from n/a through <= 1.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Hide Categories versions 1.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors, potentially stealing session tokens or performing actions on their behalf. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and affects the broader site scope beyond the plugin itself.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers to steal data or perform unauthorized actions.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' browsers can be compromised; attackers may steal admin sessions or deface site content.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
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