CVE-2024-5852

WordPress File Upload <= 4.24.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Directory Traversal

Description

The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.7 via the 'uploadpath' parameter of the wordpress_file_upload shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to upload limited files to arbitrary locations on the web server.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.36%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: nickboss WordPress File Upload
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/39bb69e0-fb18-4737-9eb7-bda2b5bc16a2?source=cve third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3118456%40wp-file-upload&new=3118456%40wp-file-upload&sfp_email=&sfph_mail= patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5852?
CVE-2024-5852 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-5852?
To fix CVE-2024-5852, 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-2024-5852 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-5852 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-2024-5852?
CVE-2024-5852 affects nickboss WordPress File Upload.
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