CVE-2021-24236

Public Exploit
Imagements <= 1.2.5 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload to RCE

Description

The Imagements WordPress plugin through 1.2.5 allows images to be uploaded in comments, however only checks for the Content-Type in the request to forbid dangerous files. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files by using a valid image Content-Type along with a PHP filename and code, leading to RCE.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 74.93% Top 5%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: williewonka Imagements
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/8f24e74f-60e3-4100-9ab2-ec31b9c9cdea third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24236?
CVE-2021-24236 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24236?
To fix CVE-2021-24236, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-24236 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24236 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~75% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24236?
CVE-2021-24236 affects williewonka Imagements.
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