CVE-2024-12885

Connections Business Directory <= 10.4.66 - Authenticated (Admin+) Arbitrary Directory Deletion

Description

The Connections Business Directory plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary directory deletion due to insufficient file path validation when deleting a connections image directory in all versions up to, and including, 10.4.66. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to delete arbitrary folders on the server and all their content.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Affected: shazahm1hotmailcom Connections Business Directory
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Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-12885?
CVE-2024-12885 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-12885?
To fix CVE-2024-12885, 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-2024-12885 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-12885 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-2024-12885?
CVE-2024-12885 affects shazahm1hotmailcom Connections Business Directory.
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