What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Kyle Gilman Videopack video-embed-thumbnail-generator allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects Videopack: from n/a through <= 4.10.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Videopack versions up to 4.10.3 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the integrity and confidentiality of site data. An attacker with low-level access can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by another user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in their browser.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in other users' browsers to steal data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users' sessions and data can be compromised if they visit attacker-crafted pages; site reputation and user trust at risk.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege account and trick another user into visiting a malicious link or page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
July 16, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated