CVE-2024-5853

Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv <= 7.2.6 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Arbitrary File Upload

Description

The Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the sirv_upload_file_by_chanks AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 7.2.6. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

9.9

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 2.56% Top 20%

Affected: sirv Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv

References

Link	Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e89b40ec-1952-46e3-a91b-bd38e62f8929?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3103410/sirv/trunk/sirv.php

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-5853?: CVE-2024-5853 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-5853?: To fix CVE-2024-5853, 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-2024-5853 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2024-5853 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~3% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-5853?: CVE-2024-5853 affects sirv Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv.

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