CVE-2014-4972

Name: CVE-2014-4972
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-01-08T19:29:00.453+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.65%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-4972 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the Gravity Upload Ajax plugin 1.1 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file under wp-content/uploads/gravity_forms.. EPSS estimates a 4.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the Gravity Upload Ajax plugin 1.1 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file under wp-content/uploads/gravity_forms.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.65%

90.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ajax Upload For Gravity Forms Project	Ajax Upload For Gravity Forms	<= 1.1

References

https://g0blin.co.uk/cve-2014-4972/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8232Third Party Advisory
https://g0blin.co.uk/cve-2014-4972/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/8232Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 8, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-4972?

How severe is CVE-2014-4972?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-4972 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4972?

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