What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Ays Pro FAQ Builder AYS faq-builder-ays allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects FAQ Builder AYS: from n/a through <= 1.8.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
FAQ Builder AYS versions up to 1.8.2 contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the site. 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 users' browsers to steal sessions, credentials, or perform unauthorized actions.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Administrators and users visiting crafted links risk session hijacking, data theft, and unauthorized site modifications.
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
March 25, 2026
CVE published
April 29, 2026
Record updated