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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 ctltwp Section Widget section-widget allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Section Widget: from n/a through <= 3.3.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Section Widget versions 3.3.1 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 a crafted widget.
Potential impact on your site
Administrators and users visiting affected pages risk session compromise, data theft, or unauthorized site modifications.
Conditions required to exploit
The victim must visit a page or click a link containing the malicious widget payload (user interaction required).
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