What is the severity of CVE-2024-13895?

CVE-2024-13895 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary shortcode execution.

How do I fix CVE-2024-13895?

To mitigate CVE-2024-13895, update the Code Snippets CPT plugin to version 2.1.1 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13895?

All users of the Code Snippets CPT plugin for WordPress with versions up to and including 2.1.0 are affected by CVE-2024-13895.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13895?

CVE-2024-13895 is a vulnerability that allows for arbitrary shortcode execution due to inadequate input validation.

Can I continue using Code Snippets CPT version 2.1.0 after CVE-2024-13895?

It is not recommended to use Code Snippets CPT version 2.1.0 or earlier after the discovery of CVE-2024-13895 due to security risks.

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CVE-2024-13895

medium

6.3

CWE

8/3/2025

12/3/2025

CVE-2024-13895: Code Snippets CPT <= 2.1.0 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary Shortcode Execution

First published: Sat Mar 08 2025(Updated: )

The The Code Snippets CPT plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.0. 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 authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Code Snippets CPT	<=2.1.0
Code Snippets	<=2.1.0

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What is the severity of CVE-2024-13895?
CVE-2024-13895 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary shortcode execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13895?
To mitigate CVE-2024-13895, update the Code Snippets CPT plugin to version 2.1.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-13895?
All users of the Code Snippets CPT plugin for WordPress with versions up to and including 2.1.0 are affected by CVE-2024-13895.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13895?
CVE-2024-13895 is a vulnerability that allows for arbitrary shortcode execution due to inadequate input validation.
Can I continue using Code Snippets CPT version 2.1.0 after CVE-2024-13895?
It is not recommended to use Code Snippets CPT version 2.1.0 or earlier after the discovery of CVE-2024-13895 due to security risks.

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