CVE-2025-3054: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in wedevs WP User Frontend Pro
The WP User Frontend Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the upload_files() function in all versions up to, and including, 4.1.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. Please note that this requires the 'Private Message' module to be enabled and the Business version of the PRO software to be in use.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-3054 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8) in the WP User Frontend Pro WordPress plugin. The issue arises from the upload_files() function lacking proper file type validation, enabling authenticated users with at least Subscriber privileges to upload arbitrary files. This vulnerability is present in all versions up to and including 4.1.3 and requires the Private Message module and Business PRO version to be active. Successful exploitation may allow remote code execution on the server hosting the WordPress site.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially leading to remote code execution. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability is limited to setups where the Private Message module is enabled and the Business PRO version is used.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, consider disabling the Private Message module or restricting access to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from wedevs regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2025-3054: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in wedevs WP User Frontend Pro
Description
The WP User Frontend Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the upload_files() function in all versions up to, and including, 4.1.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. Please note that this requires the 'Private Message' module to be enabled and the Business version of the PRO software to be in use.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-3054 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8) in the WP User Frontend Pro WordPress plugin. The issue arises from the upload_files() function lacking proper file type validation, enabling authenticated users with at least Subscriber privileges to upload arbitrary files. This vulnerability is present in all versions up to and including 4.1.3 and requires the Private Message module and Business PRO version to be active. Successful exploitation may allow remote code execution on the server hosting the WordPress site.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially leading to remote code execution. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability is limited to setups where the Private Message module is enabled and the Business PRO version is used.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, consider disabling the Private Message module or restricting access to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from wedevs regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-03-31T19:17:08.251Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68412e7c182aa0cae2d07494
Added to database: 6/5/2025, 5:43:24 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 5:19:08 PM
Last updated: 5/11/2026, 11:49:16 AM
Views: 159
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