CVE-2025-23942

WordPress WP Load Gallery Plugin <= 2.1.6 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability

Description

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in NgocCode WP Load Gallery allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server. This issue affects WP Load Gallery: from n/a through 2.1.6.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 27.32% Top 5%
Affected: NgocCode WP Load Gallery
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/wp-load-gallery/vulnerability/wordpress-wp-load-gallery-plugin-2-1-6-arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-23942?
CVE-2025-23942 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-23942?
To fix CVE-2025-23942, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-23942 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2025-23942 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~27% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-23942?
CVE-2025-23942 affects NgocCode WP Load Gallery.
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