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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 LambertGroup Youtube Vimeo Video Player and Slider WP Plugin video-player-youtube-vimeo allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Youtube Vimeo Video Player and Slider WP Plugin: from n/a through <= 3.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Youtube Vimeo Video Player and Slider plugin for WordPress versions 3.8 and earlier contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in the browsers of site visitors. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a malicious link—and can affect other users and site functionality. Update the plugin immediately to a version newer than 3.8.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers, potentially stealing session cookies or redirecting users.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' browsers can be compromised; site reputation and user data at risk if exploited at scale.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
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