CVE-2023-40204

WordPress Folders Plugin <= 2.9.2 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload

Description

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Premio Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager.This issue affects Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager: from n/a through 2.9.2.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 2.9.3 or a higher version.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.22%
Third-Party Advisory patchstack.com
Affected: Premio Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/folders/wordpress-folders-plugin-2-9-2-arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability?_s_id=cve third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40204?
CVE-2023-40204 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40204?
To fix CVE-2023-40204: Update to 2.9.3 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2023-40204 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40204 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-40204?
CVE-2023-40204 affects Premio Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager.
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