WordPress plugin
Shortcode Buddy 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 Shortcode Buddy vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.4 | Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes ≤0.1.9.5No patch available | CVE-2026-8897 |
- Medium6.4Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes
≤0.1.9.5No patch available
Shortcode Buddy: common questions
Does Shortcode Buddy have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Shortcode Buddy: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Shortcode Buddy 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 Shortcode Buddy vulnerability?
CVE-2026-8897, published May 26, 2026: Shortcode Buddy <= 0.1.9.5 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.4).
Is any Shortcode Buddy vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Shortcode Buddy vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.