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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 kylegetson Shortcode Generator shortcode-generator allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Shortcode Generator: from n/a through <= 1.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Shortcode Generator versions 1.1 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. 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 visit a crafted page or click a malicious link.
Potential impact on your site
Administrators and users visiting affected pages risk session hijacking, credential theft, or malware infection through injected scripts.
Conditions required to exploit
The victim must visit a page containing the attacker's malicious input or click a link the attacker provides.
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