WordPress plugin
WP Highlight Box 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 WP Highlight Box vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.4 | Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ≤1.0No patch available | CVE-2026-86790 |
- Medium6.4Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
≤1.0No patch available
WP Highlight Box: common questions
Does WP Highlight Box have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in WP Highlight Box: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of WP Highlight Box 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 WP Highlight Box vulnerability?
CVE-2026-86790, published Sep 12, 2026: WP Highlight Box <= 1.0 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.4).
Is any WP Highlight Box vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known WP Highlight Box vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.