Vulnerability Description
The affiliate-toolkit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to remote code execution in all versions up to, and including, 3.8.5. This is due to the plugin using the BladeOne templating engine's runString() method which compiles user-supplied template content into PHP code and executes it via eval() without sanitization or sandboxing. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Editor-level access and above, to execute arbitrary code on the server by injecting PHP into a plugin template.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/affiliate-toolkit-starter/tags/3.8.5/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/affiliate-toolkit-starter/tags/3.8.5/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/affiliate-toolkit-starter/tags/3.8.5/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b6310a0c-5a96-4dbc-940
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-6169?
CVE-2026-6169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The affiliate-toolkit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to remote code execution in all versions up to, and including, 3.8.5. This is due to the plugin using the BladeOne templating engine's runStrin...
How severe is CVE-2026-6169?
CVE-2026-6169 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-2026-6169?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.