PatchTheCVECVE-2024-9772: The The Uix Shortcodes – Compatible with Gutenberg plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode e
CVE-2024-9772 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.3) affecting uix shortcodes. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The The Uix Shortcodes – Compatible with Gutenberg plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.9. 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.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.3 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.5% (top 27%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-94 |
| Published | 2024-10-26 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Nuclei scan template: WordPress UIX Shortcodes <= 1.9.7 - Unauthenticated Shortcode Execution
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2024-9772?
uix shortcodes: upgrade to newer than 1.9.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-9772 being exploited?
CVE-2024-9772 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2024-9772 affect?
CVE-2024-9772 affects uix shortcodes. Severity is high (CVSS 7.3). The The Uix Shortcodes – Compatible with Gutenberg plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.9. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does no
How urgent is CVE-2024-9772?
Priority 49/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action