CVE-2026-75865: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in wplegalpages WPLP Cookie Consent – Cookie Banner & Consent Management for GDPR, CCPA & Google Consent Mode
Description
The WPLP Cookie Consent – Cookie Banner & Consent Management for GDPR, CCPA & Google Consent Mode plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file upload due to missing file type validation in the saas_upload_logo() function combined with an authorization bypass on the WPLP connector REST endpoints in all versions up to, and including, 4.4.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
wplegalpages
WPLP Cookie Consent – Cookie Banner & Consent Management for GDPR, CCPA & Google Consent Mode
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-75865 is a critical vulnerability in the WPLP Cookie Consent – Cookie Banner & Consent Management for GDPR, CCPA & Google Consent Mode WordPress plugin. The flaw arises from missing file type validation in the saas_upload_logo() function combined with an authorization bypass on the WPLP connector REST endpoints. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server hosting the plugin, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 4.4.1. No official patch or remediation guidance has been provided at the time of this report.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can upload arbitrary files to the affected server, which may lead to remote code execution. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system, making it a critical security risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to the REST endpoints if possible and monitor for suspicious file uploads. Avoid using affected versions in production environments if feasible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-18T11:09:59.787Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a963a79acd9273b491bc8bf
Added to database: 09/01/2026, 02:37:45 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 14:45:44 UTC
Last updated: 10/15/2026, 18:48:23 UTC
Views: 339
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