CVE-2017-20251 Details
Description
WordPress Insert PHP plugin versions before 3.3.1 contain a PHP code injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by injecting malicious shortcodes through the WordPress REST API. Attackers can send POST requests to the wp-json/wp/v2/posts endpoint with crafted content containing insert_php shortcodes to include and execute remote PHP files on the server.
A PHP code injection vulnerability has been identified in the WordPress Woody Code Snippets plugin, specifically in versions prior to 3.3.1. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by injecting malicious shortcodes through the WordPress REST API. Exploitation involves sending POST requests to the wp-json/wp/v2/posts endpoint with content that includes insert_php shortcodes, which can be used to include and execute remote PHP files on the server.
Users are advised to update the Woody Code Snippets plugin to version 3.3.1 or later.
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Assessed Jun 9, 2026CISA-ADP
Assessed Jun 9, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-94 | Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Woody Code Snippets | < 3.3.1 (semver) |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | CVE Translated | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jun 9, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |