CVE-2025-2512

File Away <= 3.9.9.0.1 - Missing Authorization to Unauthenticated File Upload via upload Function

Description

The File Away plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing capability check and missing file type validation in the upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.9.0.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

References

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https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9a93313d-a5d7-4109-93c5-b2da26e7a486?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/file-away/trunk/lib/cls/class.fileaway_management.php#L1094
https://wordpress.org/plugins/file-away/#developers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2512?: CVE-2025-2512 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-2512?: To fix CVE-2025-2512, 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-2025-2512 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-2512 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-2025-2512?: CVE-2025-2512 affects thomstark File Away.

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Description

Category

CWE-434 – Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

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Frequently Asked Questions