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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 Techeshta Card Elements for WPBakery card-elements-for-wpbakery allows DOM-Based XSS.This issue affects Card Elements for WPBakery: from n/a through <= 1.0.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Card Elements for WPBakery versions up to 1.0.8 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts into card element content. When other users view the affected page, the script executes in their browser, potentially allowing the attacker to steal session data or perform actions on their behalf. The vulnerability requires user interaction to trigger.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view the page, stealing their session data or performing actions as them.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject persistent malicious code affecting all site visitors, compromising user sessions and data.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker needs a low-privilege WordPress account and must trick a user into viewing the affected page.
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