What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in osama.esh WP Visitor Statistics (Real Time Traffic) wp-stats-manager allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Visitor Statistics (Real Time Traffic): from n/a through <= 7.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Visitor Statistics (Real Time Traffic) versions 7.8 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the integrity and confidentiality of site data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers to steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors; attackers may steal admin sessions or modify site content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a WordPress user account (low privilege) and the victim must visit an affected page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
July 4, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated