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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Shortcode Buddy plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes in all versions up to, and including, 0.1.9.5 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Shortcode Buddy versions 0.1.9.5 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability affects the scope beyond the vulnerable component itself. An attacker with low-level access can craft malicious input that executes in other users' browsers, potentially compromising site security and user data.
What an attacker can do
Inject and execute malicious JavaScript in other users' browsers.
Potential impact on your site
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other site visitors and administrators.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-level authenticated account; no user interaction required.
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