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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 e-plugins Directory Pro directory-pro allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Directory Pro: from n/a through <= 2.5.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Directory Pro versions up to 2.5.5 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. An attacker can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by a site user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in the victim's browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the scope beyond the vulnerable component.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser to steal session data, credentials, or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Users visiting crafted links could have their sessions compromised or be redirected to phishing pages. Site reputation and user trust may be damaged.
Conditions required to exploit
A site user must visit an attacker-controlled or compromised page containing the malicious payload. No authentication required.
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