CVE-2026-16060 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

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.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-434

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/a5937e0d-c1bc-4787-9ab9-ab58b9789b68/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16060?

CVE-2026-16060 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). 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-lev...

How severe is CVE-2026-16060?

CVE-2026-16060 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16060?

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