Vulnerability Description
The LayoutBoxx plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 0.3.1. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/layoutboxx/trunk/layoutboxx.php
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/layoutboxx/#developers
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/fc3fcb8f-f130-4008-8f1
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-2802?
CVE-2025-2802 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). The LayoutBoxx plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 0.3.1. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that doe...
How severe is CVE-2025-2802?
CVE-2025-2802 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-2802?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.