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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Timeline Event History plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the `id` parameter in all versions up to, and including, 3.2 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Timeline Event History versions 3.2 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An attacker can inject malicious scripts that execute in a victim's browser when they view affected pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—the victim must visit a crafted link or page. The attack can affect other users and components on the site.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that run in visitors' browsers, stealing session tokens or redirecting users.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' browsers can be compromised; session tokens and credentials may be stolen or site functionality altered.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit a crafted page.
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