EIP-2026-113476

PRE-CVE

Wordpress 4.9.6 - Arbitrary File Deletion (Authenticated) (2)

Title source: legacy
STIX 2.1

Exploitation Summary

EIP tracks 1 public exploit for EIP-2026-113476. PoCs published by samguy.

AI-analyzed exploit summary This JavaScript exploit leverages an authenticated arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in WordPress 4.9.6 by abusing the `_wpnonce` token and the `editattachment` action to delete files outside the intended directory. It requires author-level privileges and executes via the browser's developer console.

Description

Wordpress 4.9.6 - Arbitrary File Deletion (Authenticated) (2)

Exploits (1)

exploitdb WORKING POC VERIFIED
by samguy · javascriptwebappsphp
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50456

This JavaScript exploit leverages an authenticated arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in WordPress 4.9.6 by abusing the `_wpnonce` token and the `editattachment` action to delete files outside the intended directory. It requires author-level privileges and executes via the browser's developer console.

Classification
Working Poc 95%
Attack Type
Other
Complexity
Moderate
Reliability
Reliable
Target: WordPress 4.9.6
Auth required
Prerequisites: Author-level WordPress credentials · Access to the Media > Add New interface
MITRE ATT&CK
devstral-2 · analyzed Feb 18, 2026 Full analysis →

Details

Status pre_cve
Tracked Since Feb 18, 2026