CVE-2026-32474: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in wpWax Templatiq
CVE-2026-32474 is a critical vulnerability in wpWax Templatiq versions up to 0.2.5 that allows contributors to upload arbitrary files without restriction on file type. This unrestricted file upload can lead to complete system compromise due to the potential for malicious file execution. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 9.9, indicating severe impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided yet.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability, identified as CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type), affects wpWax Templatiq versions up to 0.2.5. It allows users with contributor-level privileges to upload arbitrary files without proper validation or restriction on file types. Such a flaw can be exploited to upload malicious scripts or executables, potentially leading to full system compromise. The CVSS 3.1 score of 9.9 reflects network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges at the contributor level, no user interaction, and complete impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. As of the publication date, no official fix or patch has been disclosed by the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with contributor privileges to upload and execute arbitrary files, resulting in full compromise of the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This can lead to unauthorized data access, modification, and denial of service.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict contributor privileges and monitor file upload functionality closely to prevent exploitation.
CVE-2026-32474: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in wpWax Templatiq
Description
CVE-2026-32474 is a critical vulnerability in wpWax Templatiq versions up to 0.2.5 that allows contributors to upload arbitrary files without restriction on file type. This unrestricted file upload can lead to complete system compromise due to the potential for malicious file execution. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 9.9, indicating severe impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided yet.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.9critical
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability, identified as CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type), affects wpWax Templatiq versions up to 0.2.5. It allows users with contributor-level privileges to upload arbitrary files without proper validation or restriction on file types. Such a flaw can be exploited to upload malicious scripts or executables, potentially leading to full system compromise. The CVSS 3.1 score of 9.9 reflects network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges at the contributor level, no user interaction, and complete impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. As of the publication date, no official fix or patch has been disclosed by the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker with contributor privileges to upload and execute arbitrary files, resulting in full compromise of the affected system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This can lead to unauthorized data access, modification, and denial of service.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict contributor privileges and monitor file upload functionality closely to prevent exploitation.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-12T11:11:50.221Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a846a46c6e8be033250a626
Added to database: 08/18/2026, 14:20:54 UTC
Last enriched: 08/18/2026, 15:22:01 UTC
Last updated: 08/18/2026, 15:22:01 UTC
Views: 2
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