What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in CharlyLeetham Enhanced Paypal Shortcodes enhanced-paypal-shortcodes allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Enhanced Paypal Shortcodes: from n/a through <= 0.5a.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Enhanced Paypal Shortcodes versions 0.5a and earlier contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability. An attacker with low-level site access can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they interact with affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect site visitors across different security contexts.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers to steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Site visitors' sessions and data are at risk; attackers can deface content, steal credentials, or redirect users to malicious sites.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs low-level site access (e.g., contributor role) and the victim must visit or interact with an affected page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 19, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated