CVE-2025-9212: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in ekndev WP Dispatcher
The WP Dispatcher plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the wp_dispatcher_process_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.0. 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. The directory does have an .htaccess file which limits the ability to achieve remote code execution.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-9212 is a vulnerability in the WP Dispatcher WordPress plugin caused by the lack of file type validation in the wp_dispatcher_process_upload() function. Authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber and above) can upload arbitrary files to the server. While this could enable remote code execution, the risk is mitigated somewhat by an .htaccess file restricting execution in the upload directory. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 1.2.0. No patch or official remediation has been provided as of the published date.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the affected WordPress site. The impact includes full confidentiality, integrity, and availability compromise (CVSS 7.5). However, the existing .htaccess file in the upload directory reduces the likelihood of successful remote code execution.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, restrict user roles that can upload files and review the .htaccess configuration to ensure it effectively prevents execution of uploaded files. Consider disabling or removing the WP Dispatcher plugin if not essential.
CVE-2025-9212: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in ekndev WP Dispatcher
Description
The WP Dispatcher plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the wp_dispatcher_process_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.0. 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. The directory does have an .htaccess file which limits the ability to achieve remote code execution.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-9212 is a vulnerability in the WP Dispatcher WordPress plugin caused by the lack of file type validation in the wp_dispatcher_process_upload() function. Authenticated users with low privileges (Subscriber and above) can upload arbitrary files to the server. While this could enable remote code execution, the risk is mitigated somewhat by an .htaccess file restricting execution in the upload directory. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 1.2.0. No patch or official remediation has been provided as of the published date.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the affected WordPress site. The impact includes full confidentiality, integrity, and availability compromise (CVSS 7.5). However, the existing .htaccess file in the upload directory reduces the likelihood of successful remote code execution.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, restrict user roles that can upload files and review the .htaccess configuration to ensure it effectively prevents execution of uploaded files. Consider disabling or removing the WP Dispatcher plugin if not essential.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-08-19T19:33:21.414Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68dfb275c3835a5fbe033c4c
Added to database: 10/3/2025, 11:24:37 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:59:43 AM
Last updated: 5/10/2026, 12:19:09 AM
Views: 60
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