Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This flaw affects the Hustle WordPress plugin and can let a logged-in low-privileged user upload arbitrary files if they have been granted Hustle module access. That could lead to full site compromise. The issue is serious, but exploitation depends on specific permissions being granted inside the plugin.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation on internet-facing WordPress sites where Hustle is installed and non-admin users have plugin module access. Treat as high risk because arbitrary upload can enable site takeover.
Technical view
CVE-2026-0911 is an authenticated arbitrary file upload vulnerability in Hustle’s action_import_module() function, caused by incorrect file type validation. Versions up to and including 7.8.9.2 are described as affected. CVSS is 7.5. Successful exploitation requires Subscriber-level or higher access plus Hustle module permissions or module edit access to obtain the required nonce.
Likely exposure
Public WordPress sites using Hustle versions up to 7.8.9.2 are potentially exposed, especially where non-admin users have Hustle module permissions.
Exploitation context
No CISA KEV listing or cited source confirms active exploitation. The attack is not anonymous; it requires authentication and specific Hustle permissions granted by an administrator.
Researcher notes
The key exposure condition is permission-dependent: authenticated Subscriber+ users also need Hustle module permissions or edit access and a valid nonce. Sources identify CWE-434 and a WordPress Trac changeset, but the bundle does not name a specific fixed version.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites using the Hustle plugin.
- Identify installations running Hustle 7.8.9.2 or earlier.
- Review vendor guidance and update to a non-vulnerable release when available.
- Remove Hustle module permissions from low-privileged users unless required.
- Limit plugin administration access to trusted roles only.
Validation and detection
- Check installed Hustle plugin versions across WordPress environments.
- Review which users have Hustle module or module edit permissions.
- Confirm Subscriber-level users cannot access Hustle import functionality.
- Review recent Hustle module import activity for unexpected uploads.
- Monitor web-accessible upload paths for suspicious newly added files.
Public sources used
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CWE-434: File access and web shell behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookupFile access behavior lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 7.5 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.65.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.5HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
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CWE details
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Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.