CVE-2025-2257: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in boldgrid Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid
The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.16.10 via the compression_level setting. This is due to the plugin using the compression_level setting in proc_open() without any validation. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to execute code on the server.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid suffers from an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) due to improper neutralization of special elements in the compression_level setting. This setting is passed directly to proc_open() without validation, enabling authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands on the server. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 1.16.10 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, indicating high severity. No official patch or remediation details have been provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with administrator-level access to execute arbitrary code on the hosting server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, or disruption of service. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability (all rated high in the CVSS vector).
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and consider disabling or uninstalling the plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from BoldGrid regarding patches or mitigations.
CVE-2025-2257: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in boldgrid Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid
Description
The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.16.10 via the compression_level setting. This is due to the plugin using the compression_level setting in proc_open() without any validation. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to execute code on the server.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid suffers from an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) due to improper neutralization of special elements in the compression_level setting. This setting is passed directly to proc_open() without validation, enabling authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands on the server. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 1.16.10 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.2, indicating high severity. No official patch or remediation details have been provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with administrator-level access to execute arbitrary code on the hosting server, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, or disruption of service. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability (all rated high in the CVSS vector).
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and consider disabling or uninstalling the plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from BoldGrid regarding patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-03-12T17:02:11.164Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b21b7ef31ef0b54e67b
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:35:29 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 9:25:12 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 3:48:50 AM
Views: 18
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