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CVE-2025-10041: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in ajitdas Flex QR Code Generator

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2025-10041cvecve-2025-10041cwe-434
Published: Wed Oct 15 2025 (10/15/2025, 08:25:54 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: ajitdas
Product: Flex QR Code Generator

Description

The Flex QR Code Generator plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in thesave_qr_code_to_db() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

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AILast updated: 04/09/2026, 15:44:27 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2025-10041 is a critical vulnerability in the ajitdas Flex QR Code Generator WordPress plugin, affecting all versions up to 1.2.5. The issue arises from the lack of file type validation in the save_qr_code_to_db() function, which allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server. This can lead to remote code execution, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, reflecting its critical impact and network attack vector with no required privileges or user interaction.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the affected server. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system running the vulnerable plugin. No known exploits in the wild have been reported at this time.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no patch or official fix information is provided, users should monitor the vendor's communications for updates. Until a fix is available, consider disabling or removing the Flex QR Code Generator plugin to prevent exploitation.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.1
Assigner Short Name
Wordfence
Date Reserved
2025-09-05T17:45:14.781Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 68ef5c7bc4f69c9730e56933

Added to database: 10/15/2025, 8:34:03 AM

Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 3:44:27 PM

Last updated: 5/10/2026, 4:09:55 AM

Views: 118

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