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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/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 Spencer Haws Link Whisper Free link-whisper allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Link Whisper Free: from n/a through <= 0.9.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Link Whisper Free versions up to 0.9.2 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. An attacker can craft a malicious link 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
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in a user's browser when they visit a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
Administrators or users visiting malicious links could have their sessions hijacked, credentials stolen, or site content modified without their knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
The victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page. No authentication required.
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