What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Ryan Hellyer Simple Colorbox simple-colorbox allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Simple Colorbox: from n/a through <= 1.6.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Simple Colorbox versions 1.6.1 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 affected content. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in other users' browsers to steal data, modify content, or disrupt site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Users' accounts and data are at risk if an authenticated attacker injects scripts; site reputation and functionality may be compromised.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have low-level authenticated access and the victim must click a link or visit a page containing the malicious payload.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
September 26, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated