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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Open User Map PRO plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'oum_location_notification' parameter in versions up to, and including, 1.4.31 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Open User Map PRO versions up to 1.4.31 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into the application. An attacker can craft a malicious link that, when visited by a site visitor, executes JavaScript in their browser. This can lead to session hijacking, credential theft, or defacement. The vulnerability requires user interaction and network access but does not require authentication.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in visitors' browsers via a crafted link.
Potential impact on your site
Visitors to your site could have their sessions hijacked, credentials stolen, or see defaced content if they click a malicious link.
Conditions required to exploit
A site visitor must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page that triggers the vulnerability.
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