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The Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through 4.3000000027 does not correctly validate the contents of an uploaded archive,… (CVE-2026-16060)

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Published: 08/03/2026 (08/03/2026, 09:32:37 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database

Description

The Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin through version 4.3000000027 contains a vulnerability where it does not properly validate the contents of an uploaded archive. This allows an Editor-level user to bypass checks and upload a server-executable file into a public directory, potentially leading to remote code execution on servers configured to execute such files.

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AILast updated: 08/03/2026, 21:38:52 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability in the Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin arises from insufficient validation of uploaded archive contents. An attacker with Editor-level privileges can exploit this by uploading a malicious executable file to a public directory. If the server is configured to execute files in that directory, this can result in remote code execution, compromising the server.

Potential Impact

An attacker with Editor-level access can upload executable files to the server, which may lead to remote code execution if the server executes files in the upload directory. This could allow the attacker to run arbitrary code on the affected server, potentially leading to full system compromise depending on server configuration.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict Editor-level user permissions and avoid allowing uploads of executable files. Review server configurations to prevent execution of uploaded files in public directories.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
GHSA-v4q5-7cp7-m46j
Osv Schema Version
1.4.0
Aliases
["CVE-2026-16060"]
Ecosystems
[]
Database Specific Severity
null
Cvss Version
null

Threat ID: 6a71067cbf32cb7a34396b0b

Added to database: 08/03/2026, 21:22:04 UTC

Last enriched: 08/03/2026, 21:38:52 UTC

Last updated: 08/04/2026, 03:17:47 UTC

Views: 2

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