What the vulnerability does
01Description
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in ngocuct0912 WP Load Gallery wp-load-gallery allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.This issue affects WP Load Gallery: from n/a through <= 2.1.6.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Load Gallery versions 2.1.6 and earlier contain an unrestricted file upload vulnerability. An authenticated administrator can upload arbitrary files to the site, potentially including executable code. This can lead to complete compromise of the WordPress installation, including unauthorized access to sensitive data and site takeover.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload arbitrary files to the site, including executable code that runs on the server.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
An administrator account compromise allows complete site takeover, data theft, and malware installation.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have administrator-level access to WordPress.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 22, 2025
CVE published
May 11, 2026
Record updated