WordPress Simple Colorbox Plugin Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

Vulnerability

A stored cross-site scripting vulnerability has been identified in the WordPress Simple Colorbox plugin, affecting versions through 1.6.1. This issue arises from improper input sanitization during web page generation, allowing malicious scripts to be injected and executed when users visit the site.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for stored cross-site scripting, where injected scripts are executed in the context of the user.

Remediation

Users are advised to remove and replace the Simple Colorbox plugin, as it is likely abandoned and will not receive further updates or fixes.

Added: Sep 26, 2025, 9:54 AM
Updated: Sep 26, 2025, 3:21 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
0.0
impact
1.7
exploitability
5.0
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.6
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
1.7

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