Helmut Wandl Advanced Settings Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability Allowing Web Shell Upload

Vulnerability

A vulnerability allowing unrestricted file upload of dangerous types has been identified in the Helmut Wandl Advanced Settings WordPress plugin, specifically in versions through 3.1.1. This vulnerability enables the upload of a web shell to the web server.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability allows for the upload of a web shell, which can be used to execute arbitrary commands on the server.

Added: Nov 6, 2025, 4:31 PM
Updated: Nov 6, 2025, 9:04 PM

Vulnerability Rating

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spread
0.0
impact
7.5
exploitability
7.4
remediation
0.0
relevance
0.9
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
5.8

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