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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 JS Morisset JSM file_get_contents() Shortcode wp-file-get-contents allows Stored XSS.This issue affects JSM file_get_contents() Shortcode: from n/a through <= 2.7.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The JSM file_get_contents() Shortcode plugin contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 2.7.1. An authenticated user can inject malicious scripts through the shortcode that execute in other users' browsers when they view the affected page. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of site data.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers when they view pages with the vulnerable shortcode.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users with low privileges can deface content, steal session tokens, or redirect visitors to malicious sites.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have low-level site access (e.g., contributor or editor role) and the victim must view a page containing the malicious shortcode.
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