CVE-2024-8699
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CVE-2024-8699 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.5 does not properly validate files uploaded, allowing high privilege users such as admin to upload arbitrary files on the server even when they should not be allowed to (for example in multisite setup). EPSS estimates a 0.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.5 does not properly validate files uploaded, allowing high privilege users such as admin to upload arbitrary files on the server even when they should not be allowed to (for example in multisite setup)
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Urbanbase | Z-Downloads | < 1.11.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9013351e-224f-4696-970f-eb843dc8dace/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9013351e-224f-4696-970f-eb843dc8dace/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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