Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2026-2269 affects the WordPress Uncanny Automator plugin through version 7.0.0.3. A logged-in administrator could make the site fetch attacker-chosen remote content and store it locally. That can expose internal services and may enable arbitrary file upload, with possible remote code execution. Risk is highest where WordPress admin accounts are shared, weakly protected, or already compromised.
Executive priority
Prioritize remediation for public WordPress sites, business-critical sites, and sites with many administrators. The vulnerability needs admin access, but impact can be severe if an admin account is compromised. Address through rapid plugin update, admin account hardening, and review for suspicious file changes.
Technical view
The issue is an authenticated Administrator+ server-side request forgery involving download_url(). The vulnerable path can send requests from the WordPress server to arbitrary locations, potentially reaching internal services. Because fetched remote file contents are stored on the server, the flaw is also characterized as arbitrary file upload and may lead to code execution. CVSS is 7.2 high, PR:H, no user interaction.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running Uncanny Automator versions up to and including 7.0.0.3. Exploitation requires Administrator-level access or higher, so internet exposure alone is not enough; compromised or malicious admin accounts are the main concern.
Exploitation context
The CVE record and Wordfence describe high impact but require privileged authentication. The provided data does not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. Treat it as serious post-authentication risk, especially on sites where administrators can install plugins, upload files, or access sensitive internal systems.
Researcher notes
The public description ties SSRF to download_url() and local storage of remote file contents. The source bundle references a WordPress Trac changeset, but fixed-version details are not explicitly provided here. No KEV signal is present in the supplied data. Avoid assuming exploitation beyond the published vulnerability description.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites using the Uncanny Automator plugin.
- Update the plugin to the latest available version after reviewing vendor guidance.
- Remove or disable the plugin where it is not business-critical.
- Restrict and audit WordPress Administrator accounts.
- Enforce MFA for WordPress administrators where possible.
- Review server egress controls to limit access to internal services.
Validation and detection
- Check installed Uncanny Automator version on each WordPress site.
- Flag versions up to and including 7.0.0.3 for remediation.
- Review WordPress admin account activity for unusual automation or file changes.
- Inspect plugin upload and temporary storage locations for unexpected files.
- Review web server logs for unusual server-initiated requests.
- Confirm remediation using WordPress plugin update records.
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
The CVE wording references file access or upload behavior, so file telemetry and web shell review may help. This is a Glexia inferred lookup path, not an official MITRE, ATT&CK, or CVE Program mapping.
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 7.2 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/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:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H1.25.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
7.2HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/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.