CVE-2026-12872
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Unauthenticated File Upload RCE in Webinfos WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-08-03

Last updated on: 2026-08-03

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Webinfos WordPress plugin through 1.2 does not validate the type or name of uploaded files, nor restrict the upload action with any authentication, capability, or nonce check, allowing unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files (including PHP) to a web-accessible directory, leading to remote code execution on servers that execute PHP from the uploads path.

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Published
2026-08-03
Last Modified
2026-08-03
Generated
2026-08-03
AI Q&A
2026-08-03
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-12872
EUVD
EUVD-2026-52168

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Vendor Product Version / Range
webinfos webinfos_wordpress_plugin to 1.2 (inc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is in the Webinfos WordPress plugin version 1.2 or earlier. It allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, including PHP scripts, to a directory accessible via the web server. Since there are no checks for file type, name, or authentication, attackers can execute malicious code on the server if PHP files are run from the uploads path.

Detection Guidance

Check for unexpected files in the WordPress uploads directory, especially PHP files. Look for files with unusual names or recent timestamps. Use commands like 'find /path/to/uploads -name "*.php" -type f' to search for PHP files in upload directories.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow attackers to take full control of your WordPress server by uploading and executing malicious PHP files. This could lead to data theft, defacement of your website, or use of your server for further attacks against other systems.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to a data breach, which would violate compliance requirements under GDPR and HIPAA. GDPR requires protection of personal data, and HIPAA mandates safeguards for protected health information. A successful exploit could result in unauthorized access to sensitive data, leading to legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Webinfos WordPress plugin to the latest version if available. Disable file uploads in the plugin settings or restrict upload permissions. Ensure your WordPress installation has proper authentication and capability checks for file uploads.

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