CVE-2026-62044 in Super Video Player Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/10/2026
Deserialization of Untrusted Data vulnerability in bPlugins Super Video Player super-video-player allows Object Injection.This issue affects Super Video Player: from n/a through 1.8.13.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/10/2026
The identified vulnerability represents a critical security flaw within the bPlugins Super Video Player WordPress plugin, specifically affecting versions ranging from initial releases up to version 1.8.13. This issue is classified as an Object Injection vulnerability resulting from the deserialization of untrusted data. In web application architecture, serialization and deserialization are mechanisms used to convert complex objects into a format that can be easily stored or transmitted, such as JSON or XML strings, and subsequently reconstructed back into their original object state. When a plugin fails to properly validate or sanitize input before passing it to a deserialization function, an attacker can manipulate the serialized data stream to inject malicious PHP objects. This bypasses standard security controls because the application trusts the structure of the incoming data without verifying its integrity or origin, allowing external inputs to dictate internal object behavior.
From a technical perspective, this flaw aligns with Common Weakness Enumeration identifier CWE-502, which denotes Deserialization of Untrusted Data. The core issue lies in the lack of input validation and type checking during the reconstruction process. When an attacker crafts a malicious serialized payload containing a gadget chain or specific object properties that trigger unintended side effects upon instantiation, the application executes these actions within its own context. This can lead to Remote Code Execution if the available gadgets allow for system command invocation, but even without full code execution, it enables significant unauthorized access and data manipulation. The vulnerability exploits the trust relationship between the plugin's internal logic and external user inputs, turning a standard feature into an attack vector that compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the underlying WordPress installation.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe, as successful exploitation can lead to complete compromise of the affected website. An attacker could potentially read sensitive files such as wp-config.php containing database credentials, modify site content, create administrative user accounts for persistent access, or deface the public-facing interface. In environments where WordPress serves critical business functions or stores personal data, this breach violates regulatory compliance requirements related to data protection and privacy. The ability to inject objects means that the attacker is not limited to simple script injection but can interact deeply with the PHP runtime environment, potentially escalating privileges to achieve full server control depending on the hosting configuration and available libraries within the WordPress ecosystem.
Mitigation strategies must prioritize immediate remediation through software updates. Administrators running versions of Super Video Player up to 1.8.13 should upgrade to a patched version where this deserialization flaw has been resolved by implementing strict input validation, using safe alternatives like JSON for data exchange instead of PHP serialization, or employing whitelisting techniques to ensure only expected object types are processed. For sites that cannot immediately update due to compatibility constraints, temporary mitigations include restricting file upload permissions and ensuring the web server runs with minimal privileges to limit the blast radius of any potential exploitation. Additionally, deploying a Web Application Firewall can help detect and block known patterns associated with PHP deserialization attacks by inspecting request payloads for suspicious serialized strings or gadget chain indicators before they reach the application logic.
This vulnerability is also mapped to MITRE ATT&CK technique T1059, specifically Command Line Interface execution if code injection leads to command execution, and potentially T1190 Exploit Public-Facing Application when considering the initial access vector through a publicly accessible WordPress plugin. Understanding these mappings helps security teams align their detection rules with established threat intelligence frameworks. By addressing this object injection flaw, organizations not only secure the specific plugin but also reinforce broader application security hygiene regarding how external data is handled during state reconstruction processes. Continuous monitoring and regular auditing of third-party plugins are essential to prevent similar vulnerabilities from being introduced or exploited in future updates.