CVE-2023-6846

Name: CVE-2023-6846
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-02-05T22:15:56.887+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 15.87%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-6846 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.4 via the mk_check_filemanager_php_syntax AJAX function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and above, to execute code on the server. EPSS estimates a 15.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.4 via the mk_check_filemanager_php_syntax AJAX function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and above, to execute code on the server. Version 8.3.5 introduces a capability check that prevents users lower than admin from executing this function.

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

15.87%

96.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Filemanagerpro	File Manager	<= 8.3.4

References

Timeline

Published: Feb 5, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-6846?

How severe is CVE-2023-6846?

CVE-2023-6846 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 15.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-6846?

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-2023-6846?

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Source: NVD / NIST