What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in EXEIdeas International WP AutoKeyword wp-autokeyword allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP AutoKeyword: from n/a through <= 1.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP AutoKeyword versions 1.0 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 requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect multiple users across the site. An attacker needs no authentication to exploit this flaw.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, stealing cookies, session tokens, or redirecting users to phishing sites.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' browsers can be compromised; their login sessions, personal data, or credentials may be stolen without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs to trick a site visitor into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page. No authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
April 17, 2025
CVE published
May 12, 2026
Record updated