CVE-2024-8126

Advanced File Manager <= 5.2.8 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Upload

Description

The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the 'class_fma_connector.php' file in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, and granted permissions by an Administrator, to upload a new .htaccess file allowing them to subsequently upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 2.83% Top 15%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: modalweb Advanced File Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/801d6cde-f9c6-4e68-8bfc-ff8c0593372d?source=cve third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/file-manager-advanced/trunk/application/class_fma_connector.php?rev=3004748 product
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3157713/ patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8126?
CVE-2024-8126 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8126?
To fix CVE-2024-8126, 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-2024-8126 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-8126 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-2024-8126?
CVE-2024-8126 affects modalweb Advanced File Manager.
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