What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Flex QR Code Generator plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the update_qr_code() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.7. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Flex QR Code Generator versions 1.2.7 and earlier allow unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server without restriction. An attacker can upload malicious files—including executable code—over the network with no authentication or user interaction required. This enables complete compromise of the affected site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload arbitrary files, including executable code, to the server without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete site compromise: attackers can run code, steal data, modify content, or take the site offline.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 6, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated