CVE-2024-9698

Crafthemes Demo Import <= 3.3 - Authenticated (Admin+) Arbitrary File Upload in process_uploaded_files

Description

The Crafthemes Demo Import plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'process_uploaded_files' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 32.70% Top 5%
Affected: aruphash Crafthemes Demo Import
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e44dd0e8-e6e7-4a2d-b9ca-abd1de273092?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/crafthemes-demo-import/trunk/inc/Helpers.php#L421

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9698?
CVE-2024-9698 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-9698?
To fix CVE-2024-9698, 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-2024-9698 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-9698 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~33% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-9698?
CVE-2024-9698 affects aruphash Crafthemes Demo Import.
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