CVE-2021-24962
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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/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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
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- Status
- Modified
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