Arbitrary file upload in Vjinfotech Wp Import Export Lite

CVE-2025-5061

The WP Import Export Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'wpie_parse_upload_data' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.29. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, and permissions granted by an Administrator, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 3.9.29.

Vulnerability class: Unrestricted File Upload

EPSS: 0.007 (48.0th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.5 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2025-5061?
CVE-2025-5061 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vjinfotech Wp Import Export Lite, classified under Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type. CVSS score: 7.5/10. Published 2025-08-05.
How severe is CVE-2025-5061?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.5 out of 10.