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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Youzify plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'checkin_place_id' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Youzify versions up to 1.3.6 contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. These scripts execute in the browsers of other site visitors, potentially compromising user sessions or stealing sensitive data. The vulnerability affects the plugin's user profile or community features and impacts all site visitors, not just the vulnerable component.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers and steal session data or perform actions on their behalf.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject persistent malicious code affecting all site visitors; compromises user trust and data security.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a WordPress user account (low privilege level) and no user interaction is required from victims.
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