CVE-2026-16098
ProSolution WP Client WordPress plugin remote code execution
- Published16 Aug 2026
Description
The ProSolution WP Client plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.10 via the proSol_handleFileUpload function. This is due to missing validation of the attacker-controlled Content-Disposition header filename, which overrides the allow-listed multipart filename before the file is saved, and a post-save extension check that fails to delete the already-written file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload files that may be executable, which makes remote code execution possible. The nonce required to reach the upload handler is publicly exposed via wp_localize_script on any front-end page rendering the job portal shortcode, allowing unauthenticated visitors to obtain a valid nonce and bypass that gating check entirely.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HRemediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/prosolution-wp-client/tags/2.0.6/includes/class-prosolwpclient.php#L254
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/prosolution-wp-client/tags/2.0.6/includes/UploadHandler.php#L1090
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/prosolution-wp-client/tags/2.0.6/includes/UploadHandler.php#L1327
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/prosolution-wp-client/tags/2.0.6/public/class-prosolwpclient-public.php#L1033
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?reponame=&old=3644463%40prosolution-wp-client&new=3644463%40prosolution-wp-client
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/3c4a7aef-09ec-4d17-87d6-f507d64e0afa?source=cve
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-16098 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-16098 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 1.20%.
How severe is CVE-2026-16098?
CVE-2026-16098 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 1.20% probability of exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16098?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.