CVE-2008-2392

Name: CVE-2008-2392
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-05-21T13:24:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.28%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-2392 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in WordPress 2.5.1 and earlier might allow remote authenticated administrators to upload and execute arbitrary PHP files via the Upload section in the Write Tabs area of the dashboard.. EPSS estimates a 4.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in WordPress 2.5.1 and earlier might allow remote authenticated administrators to upload and execute arbitrary PHP files via the Upload section in the Write Tabs area of the dashboard.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.28%

89.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Wordpress	Wordpress	<= 2.5.1

References

http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3897Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/492230/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29276Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42561Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3897Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/492230/100/0/threadedThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29276Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42561Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: May 21, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-2392?

How severe is CVE-2008-2392?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2392 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2392?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST