CVE-2026-121379 — CRITICAL (9.6)

Vulnerability Description

The Tournamatch WordPress plugin before 4.7.1 does not validate or restrict the path of a previously stored profile or team image before deleting it when a new image is uploaded, allowing users with a role as low as Subscriber to delete arbitrary files on the server, such as wp-config.php, which can lead to a full site takeover.

CVSS Score

9.6

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-73

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1caba876-0753-4eaf-9127-455f23be6c9a/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-121379?

CVE-2026-121379 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.6 (CRITICAL). The Tournamatch WordPress plugin before 4.7.1 does not validate or restrict the path of a previously stored profile or team image before deleting it when a new image is uploaded, allowing users with a...

How severe is CVE-2026-121379?

CVE-2026-121379 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.6/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-121379?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.