WordPress plugin
Metaphor Widgets security & vulnerabilities
Unpatched vulnerability in the latest version
At least one vulnerability affects the latest version and no fix has been released. Deactivate the plugin or restrict access to the affected feature until the vendor ships a patch.
- Critical0
- High0
- Medium1
- Low0
All Metaphor Widgets vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.4 | Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ≤2.4No patch available | CVE-2025-23816 |
- Medium6.4Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
≤2.4No patch available
Metaphor Widgets: common questions
Does Metaphor Widgets have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Metaphor Widgets: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Metaphor Widgets 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 Metaphor Widgets vulnerability?
CVE-2025-23816, published Jan 16, 2025: Metaphor Widgets <= 2.4 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.4).
Is any Metaphor Widgets vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Metaphor Widgets vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.