What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in owenr88 Simple Contact Forms simple-contact-forms allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Simple Contact Forms: from n/a through <= 1.6.4.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Simple Contact Forms versions 1.6.4 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by site visitors. The vulnerability exists in how the plugin handles user input, and exploitation requires a victim to visit a specially crafted link. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or malware distribution.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, potentially stealing session cookies or credentials.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors to your site could have their sessions hijacked or credentials stolen if they interact with malicious content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
No authentication required. A site visitor must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 31, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated