Remote Code Execution in WP Import Export Lite Plugin Affects WordPress
CVE-2026-76551

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
16 September 2026

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๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-76551?

The WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress versions prior to 3.9.33 is susceptible to a security flaw that allows users with export permissions to invoke arbitrary PHP functions on exported field values. This lack of restriction can lead to unauthorized code execution in the WordPress environment, potentially compromising the website's integrity and security.

Affected Version(s)

WP Import Export Lite 0 < 3.9.33

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.

References

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Erwan LR (WPScan)
WPScan
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