Global Gallery WordPress Plugin Shortcode Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability
A vulnerability allowing arbitrary shortcode execution has been identified in the Global Gallery - WordPress Responsive Gallery plugin, affecting all versions through 9.1.5. The issue arises because the plugin does not properly validate values before executing them as shortcodes. This flaw enables authenticated attackers with Subscriber-level access or higher to execute arbitrary shortcodes on the site.
Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary shortcodes, which could lead to various impacts depending on the executed shortcode.
Remediation
Users are advised to update the Global Gallery WordPress Responsive Gallery plugin to version 9.1.6 or later.
Vulnerability Rating
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