CVE-2026-32475
CriticalExploitedUnrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Elementor Elementor Pro allows Using Malicious Files.
Published Aug 19, 2026 · Updated Aug 20, 2026 · Also known as 0a32b02f-db40-42fe-b46c-4a5f2bc9ba09
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-32475 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.0 v3.1) affecting Elementor Pro (wordpress-plugin).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Aug 19, 2026. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 2.0% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Elementor Pro 4.2.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.0
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
2.0%
Higher than 80.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Elementor Elementor Pro allows Using Malicious Files.
This issue affects Elementor Pro: from n/a through 4.2.1.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Aug 19, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Sep 2, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Elementor Prowordpress-plugin | >= n/a | 4.2.2 |
Patched Releases
Elementor Pro
4.2.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Aug 19, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Aug 19, 2026
Last updated
Aug 20, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Sep 2, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
References
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/0a32b02f-db40-42fe-b46c-4a5f2bc9ba09?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/0a32b02f-db40-42fe-b46c-4a5f2bc9ba09?source=api-scan
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Elementor Elementor Pro allows Using Malicious Files.
Affected: Elementor Pro (wordpress-plugin) versions >= n/a. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Aug 19, 2026.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Elementor Pro 4.2.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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