What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Drag and Drop Multiple File Upload for Contact Form 7 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing ownership check in the dnd_codedropz_upload_delete() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.9.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary uploaded files when the "Send attachments as links" setting is enabled.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Drag and Drop Multiple File Upload for Contact Form 7 plugin through version 1.3.9.2 lacks proper authorization checks on file upload functionality. An attacker without authentication can upload files to the site, potentially modifying content or injecting malicious files. The attack requires specific conditions to succeed but does not require user interaction.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload files to the site without authentication or permission.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized file uploads could introduce malicious content or modify site files.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the site; specific attack conditions must be met (high complexity).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 15, 2026
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated