CVE-2014-9031: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-9031: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the wptexturize function in WordPress before 3.7.5, 3.8.x befor...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the wptexturize function in WordPress before 3.7.5, 3.8.x before 3.8.5, and 3.9.x before 3.9.3 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via crafted use of shortcode brackets in a text field, as demonstrated by a comment or a post.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 13:33 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-9031 is a WordPress cross-site scripting flaw in wptexturize. Crafted shortcode bracket use in text fields, such as comments or posts, could inject script or HTML into site content. This matters for public WordPress sites because malicious content may execute in users' browsers, including privileged administrators viewing affected pages. Exposure is likely limited to legacy WordPress installations in the affected version ranges, especially sites allowing comments, contributor posts, or other user-controlled text fields. Prioritize remediation for public WordPress sites with user comments or many content contributors. The issue is old, but internet-facing legacy CMS exposure remains business-relevant. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected WordPress branches to 3.7.5, 3.8.5, 3.9.3, or later vendor guidance.; Review WordPress 4.0.1 security release guidance if running the 4.0 branch.; Restrict untrusted posting and comment capabilities until patched..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 06:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 25, 2014, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://wordpress.org/news/2014/11/wordpress-4-0-1/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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