CVE-2013-5739

Name: CVE-2013-5739
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-09-12T13:30:13.547+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.76%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-5739 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default configuration of WordPress before 3.6.1 does not prevent uploads of .swf and .exe files, which might make it easier for remote authenticated users to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via a crafted file, related to the get_allowed_mime_types function in wp-includes/functions.php.. EPSS estimates a 1.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The default configuration of WordPress before 3.6.1 does not prevent uploads of .swf and .exe files, which might make it easier for remote authenticated users to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via a crafted file, related to the get_allowed_mime_types function in wp-includes/functions.php.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.76%

75.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Wordpress	Wordpress	<= 3.6

References

http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.6.1Vendor Advisory
http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/25322Exploit, Patch
http://wordpress.org/news/2013/09/wordpress-3-6-1/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2757
http://codex.wordpress.org/Version_3.6.1Vendor Advisory
http://core.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/25322Exploit, Patch
http://wordpress.org/news/2013/09/wordpress-3-6-1/Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2757

Timeline

Published: Sep 12, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-5739?

How severe is CVE-2013-5739?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5739 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-5739?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2013-5739?

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Source: NVD / NIST