WordPress plugin
Shortcode 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 vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.4 | Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ≤0.8.1No patch available | CVE-2025-58022 |
- Medium6.4Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
≤0.8.1No patch available
Shortcode: common questions
Does Shortcode have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Shortcode: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Shortcode 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 vulnerability?
CVE-2025-58022, published Sep 22, 2025: Shortcode <= 0.8.1 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.4).
Is any Shortcode vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Shortcode vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.