File Upload Vulnerability in Squeeze WordPress Plugin by Squeeze
CVE-2026-16985
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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC
What is CVE-2026-16985?
The Squeeze WordPress plugin prior to version 1.7.12 contains a security flaw due to its failure to validate the file type or extension of image data during attachment updates. This critical lapse allows users with the upload_files capability, such as those with Author roles or higher, to potentially upload malicious PHP files to the uploads directory, leading to remote code execution. This vulnerability can have serious implications for the security of WordPress sites utilizing the affected plugin.
Affected Version(s)
Squeeze 0 < 1.7.12
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.