What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Starter Templates plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file upload in all versions up to, and including, 4.4.41. This is due to insufficient file type validation detecting WXR files, allowing double extension files to bypass sanitization while being accepted as a valid WXR file. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Starter Templates for Elementor & Gutenberg versions up to 4.4.41 contain an unrestricted file upload vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can upload arbitrary files to the site without proper validation. This can lead to remote code execution, data theft, or site compromise. Update to a version newer than 4.4.41 immediately.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload arbitrary files to the site and execute code on the server.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers with basic user accounts can take over your site, steal data, or inject malware.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 6, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
