CVE-2025-15463: Advanced Custom Fields: Extended <= 0.9.2.3 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution

Published May 12, 2026
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Updated

The The Advanced Custom Fields: Extended plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 0.9.2.3. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running doshortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

Affected Software

1 affected component
ACF Extended Advanced Custom Fields: Extended<=0.9.2.3

Event History

May 12, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-15463?

CVE-2025-15463 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthenticated arbitrary shortcode execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-15463?

To fix CVE-2025-15463, update the Advanced Custom Fields: Extended plugin to version 0.9.2.4 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-15463?

All users of Advanced Custom Fields: Extended plugin versions up to and including 0.9.2.3 are affected by CVE-2025-15463.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2025-15463?

CVE-2025-15463 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes without authentication, potentially compromising the site.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2025-15463?

Yes, a patch is available in version 0.9.2.4 of the Advanced Custom Fields: Extended plugin to mitigate CVE-2025-15463.

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