CVE-2026-78269: WordPress Shared Files plugin <= 1.7.69 - Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability

Q: What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

An attacker needs Contributor-level privileges. No user interaction is required, and the attack can be performed remotely.

Q: What security impact can successful exploitation have?

The vulnerability can allow server-side requests that affect confidentiality and integrity. The reported CVSS vector indicates low confidentiality and integrity impact, with no availability impact.

Q: Which versions are affected?

Shared Files plugin versions 1.7.69 and earlier are affected.

Published Aug 24, 2026

Updated

Contributor Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) in Shared Files <= 1.7.69 versions.

Affected Software

1 affected component

WordPress Shared Files plugin<=1.7.69

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

Upgrade
Upgrade WordPress Shared Files Plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 1.7.70

Event History

Aug 24, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:39 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:39 AM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

An attacker needs Contributor-level privileges. No user interaction is required, and the attack can be performed remotely.

What security impact can successful exploitation have?