CVE-2024-2023

Folders <= 3.0 and Folders Pro <= 3.0.2 - Directory Traversal via handle_folders_file_upload

Description

The Folders and Folders Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 3.0 in Folders and 3.0.2 in Folders Pro via the 'handle_folders_file_upload' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author access and above, to upload files to arbitrary locations on the server.

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.39%

Affected: galdub Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager

Affected: Premio Folders Pro

References

Link	Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b4cc839c-de7a-43eb-a7fa-b1049419bfa3?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/folders/tags/3.0/includes/media.replace.php#L1311
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3070429/folders/trunk/includes/media.replace.php

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2023?: CVE-2024-2023 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-2023?: To fix CVE-2024-2023, 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-2024-2023 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-2023 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-2024-2023?: CVE-2024-2023 affects galdub Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager, Premio Folders Pro.

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