CVE-2025-5061: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in vjinfotech WP Import Export Lite
The WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'wpie_parse_upload_data' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.29. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, and permissions granted by an Administrator, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 3.9.29.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-5061 is a high severity vulnerability in the WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress, caused by improper validation of uploaded file types in the 'wpie_parse_upload_data' function. Authenticated attackers with at least Subscriber-level access and permissions granted by an Administrator can upload arbitrary files to the server. This can potentially lead to remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.9.29, with a partial patch applied in version 3.9.29. No full official fix or patch link is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated user with limited privileges but granted upload permissions to place arbitrary files on the server, which may enable remote code execution. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress site and its underlying server environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
A partial patch was introduced in version 3.9.29; however, no complete official fix or patch link is currently available. Users should verify if a newer version beyond 3.9.29 fully addresses the vulnerability by consulting the vendor's advisory or update channels. Until a full fix is confirmed, restrict upload permissions strictly and monitor for suspicious file uploads. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
CVE-2025-5061: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in vjinfotech WP Import Export Lite
Description
The WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'wpie_parse_upload_data' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.29. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, and permissions granted by an Administrator, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 3.9.29.
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-5061 is a high severity vulnerability in the WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress, caused by improper validation of uploaded file types in the 'wpie_parse_upload_data' function. Authenticated attackers with at least Subscriber-level access and permissions granted by an Administrator can upload arbitrary files to the server. This can potentially lead to remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.9.29, with a partial patch applied in version 3.9.29. No full official fix or patch link is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an authenticated user with limited privileges but granted upload permissions to place arbitrary files on the server, which may enable remote code execution. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress site and its underlying server environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
A partial patch was introduced in version 3.9.29; however, no complete official fix or patch link is currently available. Users should verify if a newer version beyond 3.9.29 fully addresses the vulnerability by consulting the vendor's advisory or update channels. Until a full fix is confirmed, restrict upload permissions strictly and monitor for suspicious file uploads. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-05-21T15:27:22.549Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6891b39aad5a09ad00e7276d
Added to database: 8/5/2025, 7:32:42 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 5:31:39 PM
Last updated: 5/8/2026, 6:08:37 PM
Views: 179
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