What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Bulma Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'type' shortcode attribute in the bulma-notification shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 1.0. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Bulma Shortcodes versions 1.0 and earlier contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject malicious scripts. The vulnerability affects the scope beyond the vulnerable component, potentially impacting other users and site functionality. Site administrators should update to a patched version when available.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious JavaScript that executes in other users' browsers and affects site functionality.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can inject scripts affecting other visitors and site behavior; data theft or malware distribution possible.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account (e.g., contributor or subscriber role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 21, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
