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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 Softwebmedia Gyan Elements gyan-elements allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Gyan Elements: from n/a through <= 2.2.1.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Gyan Elements versions 2.2.1 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—victims must visit a crafted link or page. When exploited, the injected code runs in the victim's browser with access to their session, potentially allowing attackers to steal credentials or perform actions on their behalf.
What an attacker can do
Inject malicious JavaScript that runs in visitors' browsers and steals session data or performs unauthorized actions.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors' accounts and data are at risk if they interact with attacker-crafted content; site reputation may suffer.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
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