What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in favethemes Houzez Theme - Functionality houzez-theme-functionality.This issue affects Houzez Theme - Functionality: from n/a through < 4.2.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Houzez Theme for WordPress contains a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in versions up to 4.2.0. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in a visitor's browser when they interact with affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect other users on the site. Update to a version newer than 4.2.0 to resolve this issue.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers, potentially stealing data or performing actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Visitors' sessions and data could be compromised; site reputation and user trust may be damaged.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Visitor must click a malicious link or visit an affected page; no authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 6, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated