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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 Rescue Themes Rescue Shortcodes rescue-shortcodes allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Rescue Shortcodes: from n/a through <= 3.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Rescue Shortcodes versions 3.1 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. An attacker with low-level site access can craft a shortcode or input that executes JavaScript in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or performing actions on their behalf. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically a victim visiting a page containing the malicious shortcode.
What an attacker can do
Inject JavaScript that runs in other users' browsers, stealing credentials or performing unauthorized actions.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated attackers can compromise other users' sessions and data; site reputation and user trust at risk.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs low-level site access (e.g., contributor role) and victim must view a page with the malicious shortcode.
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