Arbitrary Shortcode Execution Vulnerability in Show Me The Cookies Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2025-1509

7.3HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Versluis
Status
Show Me The Cookies
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 February 2025

Summary

The Show Me The Cookies plugin for WordPress has a vulnerability that allows arbitrary shortcode execution. This flaw exists in all versions up to and including 1.0. The plugin does not adequately validate input values before executing shortcodes, enabling unauthenticated attackers to run arbitrary code through crafted shortcode inputs. This could lead to unauthorized actions and potential compromises of the website's content. Website owners are advised to assess their installations and apply necessary security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Show Me The Cookies * <= 1.0

References

https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id...
https://wordpress.org/plugins/show-me-the-cookies/

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.3
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Krzysztof Zając
.