CVE-2026-16250 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The Personal QR Message WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not restrict the file types that can be uploaded through an unauthenticated handler, allowing unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary executable PHP files that are directly reachable, leading to remote code execution.

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/05bd2683-ef3b-4816-a323-12d5e943612a/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-16250?

CVE-2026-16250 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Personal QR Message WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not restrict the file types that can be uploaded through an unauthenticated handler, allowing unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary execut...

How severe is CVE-2026-16250?

CVE-2026-16250 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-2026-16250?

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