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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 Acato WP REST Cache wp-rest-cache allows Stored XSS.This issue affects WP REST Cache: from n/a through <= 2026.1.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP REST Cache versions up to 2026.1.0 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into cached REST API responses. An attacker can craft a malicious request 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 the browsers of site visitors or administrators.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can steal admin sessions, modify site content, or redirect users to malicious sites without your knowledge.
Conditions required to exploit
The victim must visit a page or click a link containing the attacker's malicious payload.
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