CVE-2024-8918

File Manager Pro <= 8.3.9 - Unauthenticated Limited JavaScript File Upload

Description

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Limited JavaScript File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.9. This is due to a lack of proper checks on allowed file types. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers, with permissions granted by an administrator, to upload .css and .js files, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting.

Category

7.4
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.17%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: File Manager File Manager Pro
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/01ef62c8-e862-422c-948d-6d376d021c82?source=cve third party advisory
https://filemanagerpro.io/ product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-8918?
CVE-2024-8918 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-8918?
To fix CVE-2024-8918, 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-2024-8918 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-8918 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-2024-8918?
CVE-2024-8918 affects File Manager File Manager Pro.
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