What the vulnerability does
01Description
The WP FOFT Loader plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to incorrect file type validation in the 'WP_FOFT_Loader_Mimes::file_and_ext' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.39. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-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
WP FOFT Loader versions 2.1.39 and earlier allow authenticated users to upload files without proper validation. An attacker with low-level site access can upload malicious files to execute code on the server. This affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Upload and execute malicious files on the server to run arbitrary code.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Compromised site with potential data theft, malware injection, or complete takeover via file upload.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a low-privilege user account (e.g., contributor or subscriber role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
February 4, 2026
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated