CVE-2026-84171 — CRITICAL (9.8)

Vulnerability Description

The WP images upload on piclect WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not validate the name or type of uploaded files before writing them to a publicly accessible directory, allowing unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files and execute arbitrary code on the server.

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/e5b9fd87-92a7-4fc6-b8b2-896b87d97c40/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-84171?

CVE-2026-84171 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The WP images upload on piclect WordPress plugin through 1.0 does not validate the name or type of uploaded files before writing them to a publicly accessible directory, allowing unauthenticated attac...

How severe is CVE-2026-84171?

CVE-2026-84171 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-2026-84171?

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