What the vulnerability does
01Description
The WP AUDIO GALLERY plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in all versions up to, and including, 2.0. This is due to the `wpag_uploadaudio_callback()` AJAX handler not properly validating user-supplied file paths in the `audio_upload` parameter before passing them to `unlink()`. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when critical files like wp-config.php are deleted.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Audio Gallery versions 2.0 and earlier contain a vulnerability allowing authenticated users to modify or delete site data. An attacker with low-level account access can corrupt audio galleries, disable functionality, or remove content without authorization. The vulnerability requires a valid user account but no additional user interaction.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify or delete audio gallery data and site content with a low-privilege user account.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can corrupt or delete audio galleries and associated content without permission.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a valid WordPress user account with low-level privileges.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
November 21, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
