What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Make Connector plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to misconfigured file type validation in the 'upload_media' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.10. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-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
Make Connector versions up to 1.5.10 allow authenticated administrators to upload files without proper validation. An attacker with high-level privileges can upload malicious files to the server, potentially gaining control over the application. The vulnerability requires administrative access and does not affect the confidentiality or availability of other users' data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload malicious files to the server and execute code with application privileges.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
An admin account compromise could lead to full application takeover through arbitrary file upload and code execution.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have high-level administrative credentials for the Make Connector instance.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
September 4, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated