CVE-2026-42879

MEDIUM
Published May 27, 2026 Modified May 27, 2026 CWE-94 CWE-434

Description

FacturaScripts is an open source accounting and invoicing software. In 2025.81 and earlier, an authenticated unrestricted file upload vulnerability exists in FacturaScripts' product image upload functionality. An attacker with valid credentials can upload a PHP file disguised as a GIF image (using a GIF89a header), bypassing MIME type validation. The file is stored with its original extension, including executable extensions such as .php. The vulnerability exists the addImageAction() method of Core/Lib/ExtendedController/ProductImagesTrait.php.

CVSS v3.1 Score

6.3
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-94 CWE-94
CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-42879? +
FacturaScripts is an open source accounting and invoicing software. In 2025.81 and earlier, an authenticated unrestricted file upload vulnerability exists in FacturaScripts' product image upload functionality. An attacker with valid credentials can upload a PHP file disguised as a GIF image (using a GIF89a header), bypassing MIME type validation. The file is stored with its original extension, including executable extensions such as .php. The vulnerability exists the addImageAction() method of Core/Lib/ExtendedController/ProductImagesTrait.php. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2026-42879? +
CVE-2026-42879 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2026-42879? +
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