CVE-2024-8673

Name: CVE-2024-8673
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2025-05-15T20:15:59.387+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

CRITICALCVSS 9.1/10EPSS 1.63%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-8673 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.7 does not properly validate uploaded files allowing for the uploading of SVGs containing malicious JavaScript.. EPSS estimates a 1.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.7 does not properly validate uploaded files allowing for the uploading of SVGs containing malicious JavaScript.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

9.1/10

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

EPSS Probability

1.63%

73.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Urbanbase	Z-Downloads	< 1.11.7

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/fed2cd26-7ccb-419d-b589-978410953bf4/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/fed2cd26-7ccb-419d-b589-978410953bf4/Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 15, 2025
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-8673?

The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.7 does not properly validate uploaded files allowing for the uploading of SVGs containing malicious JavaScript.

How severe is CVE-2024-8673?

CVE-2024-8673 has a CVSS score of 9.1/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-8673?

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-2024-8673?

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Source: NVD / NIST