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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 Greg Winiarski WPAdverts wpadverts allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects WPAdverts: from n/a through <= 2.2.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WPAdverts versions up to 2.2.3 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. When a victim visits a page containing the injected content, the script executes in their browser with access to their session. The vulnerability affects multiple users across the site and can compromise account security or steal sensitive data.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view affected pages, stealing session tokens or performing actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
User accounts and data are at risk; attackers can deface content, steal credentials, or perform unauthorized actions as legitimate users.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege account (e.g., subscriber or advertiser) and the victim must visit a page containing the injected payload.
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