What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in ZEEN101 Leaky Paywall leaky-paywall allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Leaky Paywall: from n/a through <= 4.21.7.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Leaky Paywall versions 4.21.7 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the scope beyond the vulnerable component. An attacker with low-level access can craft a malicious link or page to execute JavaScript in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session data or performing unauthorized actions.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in other users' browsers to steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users' sessions and data can be compromised if they visit attacker-controlled pages or click malicious links.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-level user account and trick a victim into visiting a malicious link or page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 28, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated