CVE-2022-40217 MEDIUM

CVE-2022-40217: WordPress WPide plugin <= 2.6 - Authenticated Arbitrary File Edit/Upload vulnerability

Vendor Xplodedthemes
Product WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor (WordPress plugin)
Published September 21, 2022
Last update April 28, 2026
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CVSS base score

6.5/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required High
User interaction None
Confidentiality None
Integrity High

CVSS vector

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

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Authenticated (admin+) Arbitrary File Edit/Upload vulnerability in XplodedThemes WPide plugin <= 2.6 at WordPress.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

WPIDE – File Manager & Code Editor versions 2.6 and earlier contain an authorization flaw that allows high-privileged users (administrators) to modify site files and settings without proper access controls. An attacker with admin credentials can alter plugin files, themes, or core WordPress files, potentially injecting malicious code or disabling security features. This requires existing admin access but poses a significant risk if admin accounts are compromised.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Modify WordPress files, plugins, and themes to inject malicious code or disable security features.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

A compromised admin account could be used to alter site files and inject malware without additional authorization checks.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have administrator-level access to the WordPress site.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

September 21, 2022 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated