CVE-2024-8699

Public Exploit

Z-Downloads < 1.11.5 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Upload

Description

The Z-Downloads WordPress plugin before 1.11.5 does not properly validate files uploaded, allowing high privilege users such as admin to upload arbitrary files on the server even when they should not be allowed to (for example in multisite setup)

7.2

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.06%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Z-Downloads

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9013351e-224f-4696-970f-eb843dc8dace/	technical description third party advisory vdb entry exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8699?: CVE-2024-8699 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8699?: To fix CVE-2024-8699, 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-2024-8699 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2024-8699 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2024-8699?: CVE-2024-8699 affects Unknown Z-Downloads.

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