CVE-2024-6132

Pexels: Free Stock Photos <= 1.2.2 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Arbitrary File Upload

Description

The Pexels: Free Stock Photos plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'pexels_fsp_images_options_validate' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

8.8

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 39.50% Top 5%

Affected: raajtram Pexels: Free Stock Photos

References

Link	Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/79dd492e-d4da-4209-83a8-d8059263ae92?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-pexels-free-stock-photos/trunk/settings.php#L239

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6132?: CVE-2024-6132 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-6132?: To fix CVE-2024-6132, 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-2024-6132 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2024-6132 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~40% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-6132?: CVE-2024-6132 affects raajtram Pexels: Free Stock Photos.

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