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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 scottsm WP_Identicon wp-identicon allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects WP_Identicon: from n/a through <= 2.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP_Identicon versions 2.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. The vulnerability affects the plugin's core functionality and impacts all users who interact with affected pages.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' sessions and credentials can be compromised; site reputation and user trust may be damaged.
Conditions required to exploit
A site visitor must click an attacker-controlled link or visit a page containing the malicious payload.
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