WordPress plugin
WP Media folder security & vulnerabilities
Unpatched vulnerability in the latest version
At least one vulnerability affects the latest version and no fix has been released. Deactivate the plugin or restrict access to the affected feature until the vendor ships a patch.
- Critical0
- High2
- Medium2
- Low0
All WP Media folder vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| High7.2 | Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting ≤6.2.2No patch available | CVE-2026-32569 | |
| High8.8 | Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Upload ≤5.7.2Update to 5.7.3 | CVE-2024-25909 |
- High7.2Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting
≤6.2.2No patch available
- High8.8Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Upload
≤5.7.2Update to 5.7.3
WP Media folder: common questions
Does WP Media folder have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 4 known vulnerabilities in WP Media folder: 2 high, 2 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of WP Media folder I run?
In wp-admin open Plugins → Installed Plugins; the version is shown under the name. Without admin access, our passive Check my site tool can often read it from public files.
What is the most recent WP Media folder vulnerability?
CVE-2026-32569, published Oct 4, 2026: WP Media folder <= 6.2.2 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: High (CVSS 7.2).
Is any WP Media folder vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known WP Media folder vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.