CVE-2024-9932

Wux Blog Editor <= 3.0.0 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload

Description

The Wux Blog Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the 'wuxbt_insertImageNew' function in versions up to, and including, 3.0.0. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 83.46% Top 5%
Affected: jurredeklijn Wux Blog Editor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c2c0ab2d-1ba9-4a0a-b1fa-bacebe1034eb?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wux-blog-editor/tags/3.0.0/External_Post_Editor.php#L675

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9932?
CVE-2024-9932 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-9932?
To fix CVE-2024-9932, 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-2024-9932 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-9932 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~83% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-9932?
CVE-2024-9932 affects jurredeklijn Wux Blog Editor.
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