Custom Post Type Date Archives WordPress Plugin Arbitrary Shortcode Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability
A vulnerability allowing arbitrary shortcode execution has been identified in the Custom Post Type Date Archives plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions through 2.7.1. The issue arises because the plugin does not properly validate user input before executing shortcodes, allowing unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes on the site.
Impact
Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for arbitrary shortcode execution, which could be used to inject and execute malicious code or actions on the WordPress site, depending on the capabilities of the executed shortcode.
Remediation
No known patch is available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to uninstall the affected plugin and find a replacement.
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