CVE-2025-2249: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in sojweb SoJ SoundSlides
The SoJ SoundSlides plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the soj_soundslides_options_subpanel() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-2249 is a high-severity vulnerability in the SoJ SoundSlides WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.2.2) caused by improper validation of uploaded file types in the soj_soundslides_options_subpanel() function. Authenticated attackers with Contributor-level privileges or higher can exploit this to upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type). No patch or official fix has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated user with Contributor or higher privileges to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. This can result in full system compromise or unauthorized control over the WordPress site.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict Contributor-level access and above to trusted users only. Consider disabling or removing the SoJ SoundSlides plugin if it is not essential. Monitor for updates from the vendor regarding patches or mitigations.
CVE-2025-2249: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in sojweb SoJ SoundSlides
Description
The SoJ SoundSlides plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the soj_soundslides_options_subpanel() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-2249 is a high-severity vulnerability in the SoJ SoundSlides WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.2.2) caused by improper validation of uploaded file types in the soj_soundslides_options_subpanel() function. Authenticated attackers with Contributor-level privileges or higher can exploit this to upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type). No patch or official fix has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated user with Contributor or higher privileges to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. This can result in full system compromise or unauthorized control over the WordPress site.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict Contributor-level access and above to trusted users only. Consider disabling or removing the SoJ SoundSlides plugin if it is not essential. Monitor for updates from the vendor regarding patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-03-12T13:44:01.903Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b1fb7ef31ef0b54e5f2
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:35:27 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:08:06 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 1:19:57 AM
Views: 14
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