CVE-2026-92235
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Arbitrary Shortcode Execution in WP Ultimate Review Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-22

Last updated on: 2026-09-22

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The The WP Ultimate Review plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.2. 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.

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Published
2026-09-22
Last Modified
2026-09-22
Generated
2026-09-22
AI Q&A
2026-09-22
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-92235
EUVD
EUVD-2026-84305

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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_ultimate_review plugin to 2.4.2 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-94 The product constructs all or part of a code segment using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the syntax or behavior of the intended code segment.

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Executive Summary

The WP Ultimate Review plugin for WordPress has a flaw allowing arbitrary shortcode execution in versions up to 2.4.2. The plugin fails to properly validate user input before running do_shortcode, enabling authenticated attackers with subscriber-level access or higher to execute malicious shortcodes.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability allows authenticated attackers with subscriber-level access to execute arbitrary shortcodes. To detect it, check WordPress sites running the WP Ultimate Review plugin versions up to 2.4.2. Look for unusual shortcode execution in logs or database entries. No specific commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to run unauthorized code on your WordPress site, potentially leading to data theft, site defacement, or further compromise. The attack requires only subscriber-level access, making it easier for attackers to exploit.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or modification, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the WP Ultimate Review plugin to the latest version beyond 2.4.2 to patch the arbitrary shortcode execution vulnerability. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin entirely until a patch is available.

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