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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/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 Syed Balkhi Simple Post Expiration simple-post-expiration allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects Simple Post Expiration: from n/a through <= 1.0.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Simple Post Expiration versions 1.0.1 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers, including site administrators. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a crafted link—and can affect the entire site if an admin is targeted.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers, potentially stealing credentials or performing actions as those users.
Potential impact on your site
An attacker with a basic user account can compromise admin accounts or other users by tricking them into clicking a link.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account and the victim must click a malicious link or visit a crafted page.
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