CVE-2026-77016: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in Workeera
Description
CVE-2026-77016 is a critical vulnerability in the Workeera WordPress plugin before version 1.0.6. It allows users with subscriber-level roles to delete arbitrary files on the server due to improper validation of file paths when deleting files from their candidate profiles.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.6critical
Affected software
Workeera
Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Workeera WordPress plugin versions prior to 1.0.6 do not properly restrict or validate file paths when users delete files associated with their candidate profiles. This lack of validation enables users with minimal privileges (subscriber role) to delete arbitrary files on the server, leading to potential denial of service or other impacts. The vulnerability is categorized as CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path).
Potential Impact
An attacker with subscriber-level access can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress site. This can result in denial of service or disruption of the application or server functionality. The CVSS v3.1 score is 9.6 (critical), reflecting high impact on integrity and availability with low attack complexity and low privileges required.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently confirmed. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict subscriber permissions or disable the plugin if possible to mitigate risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- WPScan
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-20T08:13:48.635Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a8fd7c0acd9273b49e17587
Added to database: 08/27/2026, 06:22:56 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 13:07:24 UTC
Last updated: 10/09/2026, 18:48:23 UTC
Views: 55
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