CVE-2026-16060: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress
The Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through 4.3000000027 does not correctly validate the contents of an uploaded archive, relying on a bypassable check that lets an Editor-level user upload a server-executable file into a public directory, resulting in remote code execution on servers configured to execute it.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-16060 is a vulnerability in the Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through version 4.3000000027. The plugin fails to properly validate the contents of uploaded archives, relying on a bypassable check. This flaw permits an Editor-level user to upload a file that can be executed by the server if placed in a public directory, resulting in potential remote code execution.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Editor-level privileges can upload malicious executable files to the server, which may be executed if the server configuration allows it. This can lead to full compromise of the affected WordPress server. The vulnerability arises from improper validation of uploaded archive contents.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict Editor-level user permissions and avoid uploading untrusted archives. Monitor for updates from the plugin vendor regarding patches or official fixes.
CVE-2026-16060: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress
Description
The Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through 4.3000000027 does not correctly validate the contents of an uploaded archive, relying on a bypassable check that lets an Editor-level user upload a server-executable file into a public directory, resulting in remote code execution on servers configured to execute it.
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-16060 is a vulnerability in the Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through version 4.3000000027. The plugin fails to properly validate the contents of uploaded archives, relying on a bypassable check. This flaw permits an Editor-level user to upload a file that can be executed by the server if placed in a public directory, resulting in potential remote code execution.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Editor-level privileges can upload malicious executable files to the server, which may be executed if the server configuration allows it. This can lead to full compromise of the affected WordPress server. The vulnerability arises from improper validation of uploaded archive contents.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict Editor-level user permissions and avoid uploading untrusted archives. Monitor for updates from the plugin vendor regarding patches or official fixes.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- WPScan
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-17T12:16:09.173Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a70364ebf32cb7a3418311b
Added to database: 08/03/2026, 06:33:50 UTC
Last enriched: 08/03/2026, 06:51:01 UTC
Last updated: 08/04/2026, 03:17:47 UTC
Views: 7
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