WordPress security changelog
CRITICAL CVE-2026-74018 Deferred

Warehouse Cargo permits Subscriber-level arbitrary file upload

Warehouse Cargo <= 2.6.9 allows a Subscriber to upload an arbitrary file. Executable content could produce code execution where the undisclosed upload path and server configuration permit it; otherwise the primitive still places attacker-controlled content on the server.

CVE / CNA score 9.9 CVSS 3.1 · audit@patchstack.com
NVD score Pending NVD has not published its own CVSS assessment.
Component
Warehouse Cargo
Plugin slug
warehouse-cargo
Affected
n/a through 2.6.9
Safe version
See mitigation notes
Published
Aug 20, 2026
Weakness
CWE-434 — Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

This CVE was published Aug 20, 2026 and is one of 1 known issue for this theme.

Update, patch or deactivate.

No fixed release is identified for CVE-2026-74018. Update Warehouse Cargo when a release newer than 2.6.9 is confirmed to fix this issue; until then, deactivate or remove the affected component when the site's risk warrants it. Review activity by the stated attacker class and investigate unexpected data access, state changes, files or sessions relevant to this vulnerability class.

No confirmed safe version is listed. Consider a vendor-supported patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality while you assess the risk.

Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.

Technical description

Subscriber Arbitrary File Upload in Warehouse Cargo <= 2.6.9 versions.

CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Primary and upstream sources