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Wpjam Basic EUVDEUVD-2026-15887

| CVE-2026-32523 CRITICAL
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type (CWE-434)
2026-03-25 Patchstack GHSA-q9fv-jcvh-q4f7
9.9
CVSS 3.1 · NVD
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Attack ChainAIDerived

Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain

  1. Access
    Authenticate to WordPress admin panel
  2. Delivery
    Access WPJAM Basic file upload feature
  3. Exploit
    Upload malicious executable file
  4. Execution
    Execute arbitrary code on server
  5. Impact
    Gain full system compromise

Vulnerability Assessment

Weakness
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A06:2025 - Insecure Design
ASVS 5.0
V5 - File Handling File type validation, storage isolation
MITRE ATT&CK

2 techniques across 2 tactics: Command and Control, Persistence

The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up.

Exploitation Conditions

Authenticated user with upload privileges in WPJAM Basic WordPress plugin version 6.9.2 or earlier. Attacker must have login credentials to access the plugin's file upload functionality to upload malicious files.

Impact

Although formal CVSS and EPSS scores are not provided, the inherent characteristics of CWE-434 vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins indicate substantial real-world risk. File upload vulnerabilities are typically low in attack complexity and require no special privileges, making them attractive to threat actors. The fact that this issue was reported by Patchstack (a reputable WordPress security vendor) and assigned an ENISA EUVD ID (EUVD-2026-15887) suggests it has undergone formal security review. The absence of published CVSS/EPSS metrics may indicate the vulnerability is either recently disclosed or still under embargo. Given that WPJAM Basic is a publicly available plugin with a known affected version range, proof-of-concept exploitation is likely feasible and may already exist in the wild. This should be treated as a high-priority vulnerability requiring immediate patching, particularly for exposed WordPress installations.

Exploit ScenarioDerived

An unauthenticated attacker visits a WordPress site running vulnerable WPJAM Basic and locates the plugin's file upload endpoint. The attacker uploads a PHP webshell disguised with a benign extension or bypasses client-side validation, resulting in code execution on the server. From this foothold, the attacker can install backdoors, harvest credentials, modify site content, or pivot to internal networks. Given the low attack complexity typical of file upload flaws, this exploit can be automated and chained with other WordPress attacks.

Act Now Prioritize within 24-48h. Why: CRITICAL severity.
No patch listed yet 0.0% exploitation probability (EPSS)

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AnalysisAIv1 – Mar 25, 2026

WPJAM Basic, a WordPress plugin, contains an unrestricted file upload vulnerability (CWE-434) that allows attackers to upload malicious files without proper validation. All versions through 6.9.2 are affected, potentially enabling remote code execution or other attacks depending on server configuration. While CVSS and EPSS scores are unavailable, the nature of arbitrary file upload vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins typically carries high real-world risk due to ease of exploitation and severe impact.

RemediationAI

Immediately upgrade WPJAM Basic to a version newer than 6.9.2 if available from the plugin developer (denishua). Check the official WordPress plugin repository or the developer's website for the latest patched release. Until an upgrade is available, disable the WPJAM Basic plugin entirely and remove it if not actively in use. As a defense-in-depth measure, restrict file uploads to specific safe directories with execution disabled (via .htaccess or web server configuration), limit upload file types via whitelist, and implement Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to block suspicious file uploads. Monitor WordPress logs and file system changes for signs of unauthorized uploads. Refer to the Patchstack vulnerability database entry at https://patchstack.com/database/Wordpress/Plugin/wpjam-basic/vulnerability/wordpress-wpjam-basic-plugin-6-9-2-arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability for additional details and patch availability.

Affected VersionsENISA

WPJAM Basic n/a ≤≤ 6.9.2

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Technical ContextAI · show details

The vulnerability resides in the WPJAM Basic WordPress plugin (cpe:2.3:a:denishua:wpjam_basic:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*), which provides content management and optimization features. The root cause is classified under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type), indicating that the plugin fails to properly validate, restrict, or sanitize file uploads. WordPress plugins typically operate within the wp-content directory and can execute PHP code, meaning a successful file upload can result in remote code execution if an attacker uploads a PHP shell or other executable payload. The vulnerability exists across the entire version lineage up to and including version 6.9.2, suggesting that input validation mechanisms are either absent or easily bypassed.

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Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY 9.9 CRITICAL
AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High

DescriptionCVE.org

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in denishua WPJAM Basic wpjam-basic allows Using Malicious Files.This issue affects WPJAM Basic: from n/a through <= 6.9.2.

Executive ViewAI

Why It Matters

CVE-2026-32523 presents critical security risk, a unrestricted file upload vulnerability rated CVSS 9.9. This could allow attackers to access or modify files outside intended directories, potentially exposing sensitive configuration or credentials. Organizations should apply vendor updates immediately when available and implement compensating controls in the interim.

Business Impact: Severe
Compensating Controls

Apply vendor patch. If immediate patching is not feasible: (1) Restrict file upload functionality via WAF; (2) Implement allowlist-based file type validation; (3) Use chroot/containerization to limit filesystem access.

Threat Intelligence Overview

EPSS Score
0.0%
Top 95% exploitable
Data Quality
6 sources
Confidence: High

How this decision was reached

The engine reads each signal below and applies a fixed list of rules from top to bottom. The first rule that matches sets the recommended action – like a statement, every line is shown.

SignalValue
Severity CRITICAL
CISA KEV No
Public POC No
EPSS 0.0%
Patch available No
Active threat No
Deciding rule
CRITICAL severity
What every action level means
Emergency Immediate action required. Criteria: CRITICAL + in CISA KEV (actively exploited) without patch, OR CRITICAL + EPSS > 30% without patch, OR CRITICAL + active threat signals without patch.
Act Now Prioritize within 24-48h. Criteria: in KEV with patch available, OR CRITICAL + public POC, OR HIGH + EPSS > 10%, OR CRITICAL + active threat, OR any CRITICAL severity.
This Week Schedule remediation this week. Criteria: HIGH severity (CVSS 7.0-8.9). Patch within normal change window.
This Month Plan within 30 days. Criteria: MEDIUM severity (CVSS 4.0-6.9), lower exploitation probability. Include in regular patch cycle.
Monitor Track and reassess. Criteria: LOW severity (CVSS 0.1-3.9), minimal exploitation risk. No immediate action needed.

SSVC AssessmentENISA

SSVC Decision
Scheduled
Exploitation
None
System Exposure· derived
Open
Automatable
No
Human Impact
Very High
Technical Impact
Total

Priority Score

50
Low Medium High Critical
KEV: 0
EPSS: 0
CVSS: +50
PoC: 0
Weaponized: 0
Threat intel: 0
Gov advisory: 0

Attack Technique

Malicious file upload attacks exploit insufficient validation when web applications accept user-provided files.

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