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WordPress Issues Patch for Critical Flaw That Can Enable Code Execution on Some Servers
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WordPress patched a critical vulnerability in its core software that allows unauthenticated attackers to force a site to load a PHP file from outside its theme folders, potentially enabling remote code execution on some servers. The fix was released September 22 in WordPress 6.7.2 and backported to all supported branches dating to version 4.7. Site owners are urged to update immediately.
New WordPress Click2Shell Flaw Forces Theme Installs, Can Chain to Code Execution
Matched: WordPress
installs a theme, but chained with other vulnerabilities it can lead to remote code execution. The flaw affects logged-in administrators who click a malicious link, triggering an unintended theme installation via the WordPress.org directory. WordPress has released patches addressing this and related issues, and users are urged to update immediately.