What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in ShortPixel Enable Media Replace enable-media-replace allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Enable Media Replace: from n/a through <= 4.1.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Enable Media Replace versions 4.1.5 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site administrators or other users who interact with the plugin. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link or visiting a compromised page—and can affect other parts of the WordPress site due to scope change.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in users' browsers when they interact with the plugin.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can steal admin session cookies, modify site content, or redirect users to phishing pages.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
No authentication required. Victim must click a link or visit a page controlled by the attacker.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
April 1, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated