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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/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 pixelgrade Category Icon category-icon allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Category Icon: from n/a through <= 1.0.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Category Icon versions up to 1.0.2 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows high-privilege users to inject malicious scripts. An attacker with admin or editor access can craft input that executes in other users' browsers when they view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction and can affect the broader site scope.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers, potentially stealing session data or performing actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
A compromised admin or editor account can inject persistent XSS payloads affecting all site visitors, risking credential theft and unauthorized actions.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level site access (admin or editor role) and the victim must view a page containing the injected payload.
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