Vulnerability Description
The Career Section plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 1.7 via the CV upload handler. This is due to missing file type validation. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload files that may be executable, which makes remote code execution possible.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3507785/career-section
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3507912/career-section
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3507917/career-section
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/005d1abc-761d-4f9a-bc2
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-6271?
CVE-2026-6271 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The Career Section plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 1.7 via the CV upload handler. This is due to missing file type validation. This ma...
How severe is CVE-2026-6271?
CVE-2026-6271 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-2026-6271?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.