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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 Sneeit WordPress FlatNews Theme flatnews allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects WordPress FlatNews Theme: from n/a through <= 5.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The FlatNews theme for WordPress contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions 5.8 and earlier. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors, potentially stealing session cookies, redirecting users, or defacing content. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and affects the broader site scope beyond the vulnerable component.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers, stealing cookies or redirecting users to phishing sites.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' sessions and credentials can be compromised; site reputation and user trust may be damaged.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Attacker must trick a site visitor into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page.
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