What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Stefan M. SMu Manual DoFollow manuall-dofollow allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects SMu Manual DoFollow: from n/a through <= 1.8.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
SMu Manual DoFollow versions up to 1.8.1 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when clicked by a site visitor, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. The vulnerability affects all users of the plugin.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' sessions and credentials are at risk; attackers can steal data or modify site content in real time.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
A site visitor must click an attacker-supplied link while logged into or viewing the affected site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
July 16, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated