CVE-2026-13157

HIGHCVSS 7.2/10EPSS 0.35%

Last modified

CVE-2026-13157 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The Demo Import WordPress plugin through 1.1.3 does not validate the type of files uploaded during demo-content import (the WordPress file-type test is disabled), allowing high-privilege users (Administrator by default, including non-super-admin site administrators on multisite) to upload executable PHP files to the uploads directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Demo Import WordPress plugin through 1.1.3 does not validate the type of files uploaded during demo-content import (the WordPress file-type test is disabled), allowing high-privilege users (Administrator by default, including non-super-admin site administrators on multisite) to upload executable PHP files to the uploads directory.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

27.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
UnknownTheme Demo Import<= 1.1.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Deferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-13157?
The Demo Import WordPress plugin through 1.1.3 does not validate the type of files uploaded during demo-content import (the WordPress file-type test is disabled), allowing high-privilege users (Administrator by default, including non-super-admin site administrators on multisite) to upload executable PHP files to the uploads directory.
How severe is CVE-2026-13157?
CVE-2026-13157 has a CVSS score of 7.2/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-13157?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST