WordPress File Upload < 4.16.3 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
Published Mar 7, 2022 · Updated Nov 3, 2026
Original summary
Normalized public record · Updated Nov 3, 2026
WordPress File Upload < 4.16.3 - Contributor+ Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode
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QFinch assessment
The WordPress File Upload WordPress plugin before 4.16.3, wordpress-file-upload-pro WordPress plugin before 4.16.3 does not escape some of its shortcode argument, which could allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform Cross-Site Scripting attacks
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- LOW
- Confidence
- Not available
- Aliases
- None reported
Scores appear only when corresponding evidence exists. Missing data is never interpreted as zero risk.
Sources and record history
Record history
Published Mar 7, 2022 · Last refreshed Nov 3, 2026