What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Workreap plugin for WordPress, used by the Workreap - Freelance Marketplace WordPress Theme, is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'workreap_temp_upload_to_media' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-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
Workreap versions 3.3.2 and earlier allow authenticated users to upload files without proper validation. An attacker with a low-privilege account can upload malicious files to the server, potentially executing code or compromising site integrity. This affects all confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload and execute malicious files on the server to run code or steal data.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Compromised site security; attacker can execute code, modify content, or access sensitive data.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a valid low-privilege user account on the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
June 12, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
