What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Ebook Store plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ebook_store_save_form function in all versions up to, and including, 5.8012. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Ebook Store versions 5.8012 and earlier allow unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server without restriction. An attacker can upload malicious files—such as PHP scripts—to execute code on the site or replace legitimate files. No user interaction or authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload and execute arbitrary files on the server, including malicious code.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete compromise of the site; attacker can run code, steal data, or deface content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
July 24, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated