What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in VeronaLabs Slimstat Analytics wp-slimstat allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Slimstat Analytics: from n/a through <= 5.3.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Slimstat Analytics versions 5.3.2 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. An attacker can craft a malicious link or page that, when visited by a site administrator or user, executes arbitrary JavaScript in their browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or unauthorized actions performed on behalf of the victim.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser to steal session tokens, credentials, or perform unauthorized actions.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Administrators or users visiting a crafted link could have their sessions compromised, allowing attackers to access sensitive analytics data or modify site settings.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must trick a user into visiting a malicious link or page (user interaction required); no authentication needed.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 20, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated