Stored Code Execution in Advanced File Manager Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2026-79627

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Advanced File Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 October 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-79627?

The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress prior to version 6.0.0 contains a critical security flaw due to improper validation of stored file types, specifically SVG files. This vulnerability allows users with file-manager access to upload files that may contain malicious scripts, which can execute in the browser of any user, including administrators. As a result, an attacker could exploit this weakness to conduct unauthorized actions or access sensitive data, significantly compromising the security of affected WordPress websites.

Affected Version(s)

Advanced File Manager 5.4.13 < 6.0.0

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.

CVE-2026-79627 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e6a56b2e-71dc-41cb-8a57-...
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Karthik Ramakrishnan
WPScan
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