WordPress Alert: Chaty Pro’s Security Flaw Could Let Hackers Crash the Party!

A new vulnerability in the Chaty Pro plugin threatens WordPress sites, enabling attackers to upload malicious files. With 18,000 installations at risk, users should update to version 3.3.4 immediately to avoid digital mayhem. Remember, nothing says “I care about my website” like a swift security patch!

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Published: March 6, 2025 5:24 pmAdded: March 6, 2025 at 9:47 amAssembled by: The Editor
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Hot Take:

Whoa, Chaty Pro! It’s like leaving your front door open and then being surprised when someone walks in. Remember, folks, in the world of cybersecurity, unauthorized file uploads are the digital equivalent of letting a raccoon into your kitchen—chaos ensues!

Key Points:

  • A newly found vulnerability in Chaty Pro could allow attackers to take over WordPress sites.
  • The issue arises from an arbitrary file upload vulnerability due to inadequate authorization checks.
  • The vulnerability was identified as CVE-2025-26776.
  • A patch released in February 2025 addressed the issue by implementing stricter validation measures.
  • WordPress site owners using Chaty Pro should update to version 3.3.4 to secure their sites.

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