What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in tychesoftwares Arconix Shortcodes arconix-shortcodes allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Arconix Shortcodes: from n/a through <= 2.1.14.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Arconix Shortcodes versions 2.1.14 and earlier contain a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can inject malicious scripts into shortcode content. When other users view pages containing the affected shortcodes, the injected scripts execute in their browsers, potentially allowing the attacker to steal session tokens, modify page content, or perform actions on their behalf.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute when other users view pages with the affected shortcodes.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject persistent XSS payloads affecting all site visitors who view those pages.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a low-privilege user account and must convince a victim to view a page containing the malicious shortcode.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 2, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated