What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Paris Holley Asynchronous Javascript asynchronous-javascript allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Asynchronous Javascript: from n/a through <= 1.3.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Asynchronous Javascript versions 1.3.5 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability requires user interaction—such as clicking a malicious link—and can affect other users or the site itself. Attackers need only network access and no authentication.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute in users' browsers, potentially stealing session tokens or modifying page content.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Users visiting affected pages could have their sessions compromised or see altered content; site reputation and user trust at risk.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must trick a user into clicking a malicious link or visiting a crafted page (user interaction required).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 20, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated