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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 Chandrika Sista WP Category Dropdown wp-category-dropdown allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP Category Dropdown: from n/a through <= 1.9.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Category Dropdown versions 1.9 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they interact with the plugin. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers to steal data, modify content, or disrupt site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated attackers can compromise other users' sessions and modify site content or settings through their browsers.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege WordPress account and trick a user into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page.
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