CVE-2026-115204
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Authenticated File Write RCE in AZEXO Store Locator WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-11-09

Last updated on: 2026-11-09

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The AZEXO Store Locator WordPress plugin through 1.4 does not perform capability or nonce checks on its AJAX actions and does not sanitise a request header used to build a file path, allowing any authenticated user such as a subscriber to write a file with an arbitrary name, location, and content, leading to remote code execution.

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Published
2026-11-09
Last Modified
2026-11-09
Generated
2026-11-09
AI Q&A
2026-11-09
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-115204
EUVD
EUVD-2026-119817

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Vendor Product Version / Range
Unknown AZEXO Store Locator From 0 (inc) to 1.4 (inc)

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability in the AZEXO Store Locator WordPress plugin (version 1.4 or below) allows authenticated users, including subscribers, to write files with arbitrary names, locations, and content. This is possible because the plugin does not perform capability or nonce checks on AJAX actions and fails to sanitize a request header used to build file paths.

Detection Guidance

Check if the AZEXO Store Locator plugin version 1.4 or below is installed on your WordPress site. Look for unauthorized file writes in directories where the plugin operates, especially those accessible via web requests.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to upload malicious files to your server, potentially leading to remote code execution. This means they could take control of your WordPress site, steal data, or use it to launch further attacks.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and security. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the AZEXO Store Locator plugin to the latest version if an update is available. If no update exists, consider disabling or removing the plugin until a patch is released. Restrict user permissions to prevent unauthorized file writes.

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