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CVE-2026-3844: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in cloudways Breeze Cache

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-3844cvecve-2026-3844cwe-434
Published: Thu Apr 23 2026 (04/23/2026, 02:25:21 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: cloudways
Product: Breeze Cache

Description

The Breeze Cache plugin for WordPress contains a critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-3844) that allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files due to missing file type validation in the 'fetch_gravatar_from_remote' function. This issue affects all versions up to and including 2. 4. 4 and can lead to remote code execution if exploited. Exploitation requires the 'Host Files Locally - Gravatars' setting to be enabled, which is disabled by default. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 9. 8, indicating severe impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

CVSS v3.1

Score 9.8critical

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

AI-Powered Analysis

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AILast updated: 04/30/2026, 08:15:26 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-3844 is a critical vulnerability in the Breeze Cache WordPress plugin caused by improper validation of file types in the 'fetch_gravatar_from_remote' function. This flaw permits unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability is conditional on the 'Host Files Locally - Gravatars' feature being enabled, which is off by default. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided yet, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution on the affected server. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8, reflecting its potential for severe damage if exploited.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, it is recommended to keep the 'Host Files Locally - Gravatars' setting disabled (default state) to prevent exploitation. Monitor vendor communications for updates and apply patches promptly once released.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
Wordfence
Date Reserved
2026-03-09T18:35:58.751Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 69e9891887115cfb6867f663

Added to database: 4/23/2026, 2:51:04 AM

Last enriched: 4/30/2026, 8:15:26 AM

Last updated: 6/7/2026, 1:20:54 AM

Views: 1923

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