Vulnerability Description
The S2B AI Assistant – ChatBot, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Content & Image Generator plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the storeFile() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Editor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/d0n601/CVE-2025-12973
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/s2b-ai-assistant/trunk/lib/helpers/Ut
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://ryankozak.com/posts/cve-2025-12973/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ac9d2b64-aff6-418a-bfe
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-12973?
CVE-2025-12973 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The S2B AI Assistant – ChatBot, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Content & Image Generator plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the storeFile() function ...
How severe is CVE-2025-12973?
CVE-2025-12973 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-12973?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.