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7.1

CVE-2025-49945: Shortcode Generator allows Malicious Scripts to Run on Web Pages

CVE-2025-49945 · published 1 year ago
Summary

The Shortcode Generator plugin has a security flaw that allows hackers to inject malicious code into web pages. This could be used to steal user data or take control of a website. Update the plugin to the latest version to fix the issue.

Original advisory text
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in kylegetson Shortcode Generator shortcode-generator allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Shor...
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in kylegetson Shortcode Generator shortcode-generator allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Shortcode Generator: from n/a through <= 1.1.
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
7.1 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-79Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
Timeline
Published22 Oct 2025
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen7 Mar 2026
Sources
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