CVE-2025-13062CWE-434

Supreme Modules Lite <= 2.5.62 - Authenticated (Author+) Arbitrary File Upload via JSON Upload Bypass

High · published January 15, 2026

CVSS v3.1
8.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
47.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ An authenticated user can exploit this WordPress plugin vulnerability to upload malicious files! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that allows customers to pass off old leftovers as fresh meals — if the server isn’t checking labels properly, it could lead to some very unsavory surprises in the kitchen! This gaping hole allows attackers with author-level access or higher to upload any file they want, potentially leading to full remote code execution on your server! Imagine the chaos if someone slipped in a backdoor — they could control everything from your database to user data, wreaking havoc on your site.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows customers to pass off old leftovers as fresh meals — if the server isn’t checking labels properly, it could lead to some very unsavory surprises in the kitchen! The Supreme Modules Lite plugin fails to validate file types correctly, allowing double extension files to be uploaded while masquerading as valid JSON files. This vulnerability impacts all versions up to and including 2.5.62, creating serious security risks.

What to do

This gaping hole allows attackers with author-level access or higher to upload any file they want, potentially leading to full remote code execution on your server! Imagine the chaos if someone slipped in a backdoor — they could control everything from your database to user data, wreaking havoc on your site. Update the plugin to the latest version immediately to close this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file validation rules to prevent such sneaky uploads in the future. As a best practice, regularly audit your installed plugins for vulnerabilities. You’ve got this! With the right updates and vigilance, you can protect your site from these threats! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
8.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00588 · 47.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2026-01-15T13:23Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JAN 13:23Z
    Supreme Modules Lite <= 2.5.62 - Authenticated (Author+) Arbitrary File Upload via JSON Upload Bypass
    cvelistv5