CVE Catalog

CVE-2026-16060

CriticalCVSS 9.8
Published: Updated: Translated: NVD NIST

Exploitation Probability (EPSS)

Low risk
0.21%

11th percentile - higher than 11% of all known CVEs

Summary

The 'Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress' plugin through version 4.3000000027 does not correctly validate the contents of an uploaded archive, relying on a bypassable check that lets an Editor-level user upload a server-executable file into a public directory, resulting in remote code execution on servers configured to execute it.

Risk Assessment

An attacker with Editor role can upload a malicious file and achieve remote code execution on the server, potentially leading to full site takeover.

Recommendation

Update the plugin to the latest available version or replace it with a more secure solution.

Original NVD description (English source)

The Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through 4.3000000027 does not correctly validate the contents of an uploaded archive, relying on a bypassable check that lets an Editor-level user upload a server-executable file into a public directory, resulting in remote code execution on servers configured to execute it.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS