CVE-2025-4800: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in StylemixThemes MasterStudy LMS Pro
The MasterStudy LMS Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing file type validation in the stm_lms_add_assignment_attachment function in all versions up to, and including, 4.7.0. 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.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The MasterStudy LMS Pro plugin for WordPress suffers from an unrestricted file upload vulnerability (CWE-434) in the stm_lms_add_assignment_attachment function. This occurs because the plugin fails to validate file types before accepting uploads, allowing authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber and above) to upload arbitrary files. Such uploads may lead to remote code execution on the hosting server. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 4.7.0. No patch or official fix details are currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can upload arbitrary files to the server hosting the vulnerable plugin. This can lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score (8.8), reflecting its potential for severe impact if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict user permissions to trusted users only and consider disabling file uploads in the plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from StylemixThemes and apply patches promptly once available.
CVE-2025-4800: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in StylemixThemes MasterStudy LMS Pro
Description
The MasterStudy LMS Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing file type validation in the stm_lms_add_assignment_attachment function in all versions up to, and including, 4.7.0. 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.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The MasterStudy LMS Pro plugin for WordPress suffers from an unrestricted file upload vulnerability (CWE-434) in the stm_lms_add_assignment_attachment function. This occurs because the plugin fails to validate file types before accepting uploads, allowing authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber and above) to upload arbitrary files. Such uploads may lead to remote code execution on the hosting server. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 4.7.0. No patch or official fix details are currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can upload arbitrary files to the server hosting the vulnerable plugin. This can lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score (8.8), reflecting its potential for severe impact if exploited.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict user permissions to trusted users only and consider disabling file uploads in the plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from StylemixThemes and apply patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-05-15T19:46:25.446Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6836a280182aa0cae238f9b6
Added to database: 5/28/2025, 5:43:28 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:25:45 AM
Last updated: 5/8/2026, 10:23:56 PM
Views: 155
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