CVE-2021-24962

Name: CVE-2021-24962
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-03-28T18:15:08.37+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-24962 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The WordPress File Upload Free and Pro WordPress plugins before 4.16.3 allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform path traversal via a shortcode argument, which can then be used to upload a PHP code disguised as an image inside the auto-loaded directory of the plugin, resulting in arbitrary code execution.. EPSS estimates a 2.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The WordPress File Upload Free and Pro WordPress plugins before 4.16.3 allow users with a role as low as Contributor to perform path traversal via a shortcode argument, which can then be used to upload a PHP code disguised as an image inside the auto-loaded directory of the plugin, resulting in arbitrary code execution.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

2.85%

84.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Iptanus	Wordpress File Upload	< 4.16.3
Iptanus	Wordpress File Upload Pro	< 4.16.3

References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2677722Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7a95b3f2-285e-40e3-aead-41932c207623Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2677722Patch, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/7a95b3f2-285e-40e3-aead-41932c207623Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 28, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-24962?

How severe is CVE-2021-24962?

CVE-2021-24962 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-24962?

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-2021-24962?

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Source: NVD / NIST