Vulnerability Description
The Mstoic Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'start' parameter of the ms_youtube_embeds shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.0 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.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/mstoic-shortcodes/tags/2.0/functions/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/mstoic-shortcodes/trunk/functions/sho
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6e83c039-9b15-4e0c-8b0
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-14144?
CVE-2025-14144 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Mstoic Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'start' parameter of the ms_youtube_embeds shortcode in all versions up to, and including, 2.0 due to in...
How severe is CVE-2025-14144?
CVE-2025-14144 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-14144?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.