Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in KiotViet Sync Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2025-12674

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
5 November 2025

What is CVE-2025-12674?

The KiotViet Sync plugin for WordPress is susceptible to an arbitrary file upload vulnerability due to inadequate file type validation within the create_media() function. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to upload potentially malicious files to the server, which can lead to further exploitation, including remote code execution. All versions up to and including 1.8.5 are affected, making it essential for users to apply security patches and implement best practices for plugin management.

Affected Version(s)

KiotViet Sync * <= 1.8.5

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Kenneth Dunn
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CVE-2025-12674 : Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in KiotViet Sync Plugin for WordPress