WordPress plugin
Highlighting Code Block security & vulnerabilities
No known unpatched vulnerabilities in the latest version
All 1 known vulnerability is fixed in the latest release. If you run an older version, update to null or newer.
- Critical0
- High0
- Medium1
- Low0
All Highlighting Code Block vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium4.4 | Authenticated (Administrator+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'font_family' Setting ≤2.2.0Update to 2.2.1 | CVE-2026-12108 |
- Medium4.4Authenticated (Administrator+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'font_family' Setting
≤2.2.0Update to 2.2.1
Highlighting Code Block: common questions
Does Highlighting Code Block have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Highlighting Code Block: 1 medium. None are known to affect version null.
How do I check which version of Highlighting Code Block I run?
In wp-admin open Plugins → Installed Plugins; the version is shown under the name. Without admin access, our passive Check my site tool can often read it from public files.
What is the most recent Highlighting Code Block vulnerability?
CVE-2026-12108, published Jul 9, 2026: Highlighting Code Block <= 2.2.0 - Authenticated (Administrator+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'font_family' Setting. Severity: Medium (CVSS 4.4).
Is any Highlighting Code Block vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Highlighting Code Block vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.