CVE-2024-8507

Name: CVE-2024-8507
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-10-16T07:15:16.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-8507 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.9. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the 'mk_file_folder_manager' ajax action. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.9. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the 'mk_file_folder_manager' ajax action. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.23%

13.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Filemanagerpro	File Manager	< 8.3.10

References

https://filemanagerpro.io/Product
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/db70b37c-707a-47b8-a3a2-5a2b7d30de89?source=cveThird Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 16, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8507?

How severe is CVE-2024-8507?

CVE-2024-8507 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-8507?

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