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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 M A Vinoth Kumar Category Widget category-widget allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Category Widget: from n/a through <= 2.0.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Category Widget versions 2.0.2 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the widget. An attacker can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by a site administrator or user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in their browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser when they interact with the widget.
Potential impact on your site
Site users and admins could have their sessions hijacked, credentials stolen, or be tricked into performing unwanted actions.
Conditions required to exploit
The victim must visit a page or click a link containing the malicious payload; no authentication required.
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