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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/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 WP Delicious WP Delicious delicious-recipes allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects WP Delicious: from n/a through <= 1.8.4.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Delicious versions 1.8.4 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. An attacker with low-level site access can craft a request that executes JavaScript in other users' browsers, potentially compromising their sessions or stealing sensitive data. The vulnerability requires user interaction and affects the integrity and confidentiality of site data.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in other users' browsers to steal session data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users' accounts and data are at risk; attackers can impersonate users or harvest sensitive information from site visitors.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege account on the site; victim must visit a page or click a link containing the malicious payload.
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