CVE-2019-11223

Name: CVE-2019-11223
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-04-18T18:29:00.877+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 8.76%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-11223 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in the SupportCandy plugin through 2.0.0 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension.. EPSS estimates a 8.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in the SupportCandy plugin through 2.0.0 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

8.76%

94.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Supportcandy	Supportcandy	<= 2.0.0

References

https://cert.kalasag.com.ph/news/research/vulnerable-wordpress-plugin-lets-you-take-over-websites/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wordpress.org/plugins/supportcandy/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9488
https://www.pluginvulnerabilities.com/2019/04/05/arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability-in-supportcandy/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://cert.kalasag.com.ph/news/research/vulnerable-wordpress-plugin-lets-you-take-over-websites/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wordpress.org/plugins/supportcandy/#developersProduct, Third Party Advisory
https://wpvulndb.com/vulnerabilities/9488
https://www.pluginvulnerabilities.com/2019/04/05/arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability-in-supportcandy/Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 18, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-11223?

An Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability in the SupportCandy plugin through 2.0.0 for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension.

How severe is CVE-2019-11223?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-11223 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-11223?

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-2019-11223?

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Source: NVD / NIST