CVE-2015-10144
I13websolution Thumbnail Carousel Slider remote code execution
- Published25 Jul 2025
Description
The Responsive Thumbnail Slider plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type sanitization in the via the image uploader in versions up to 1.0.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server using a double extension which may make remote code execution possible.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://cxsecurity.com/issue/WLB-2015080170
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exploits/multi/http/wp_responsive_thumbnail_slider_upload.rb
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-thumbnail-carousel-slider-arbitrary-file-upload-1-0/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/37998
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6c396ae6-d34c-4554-b670-28868dc136a5?source=cve
Related CVEs
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2015-10144 being actively exploited?
CVE-2015-10144 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 3.13%.
How severe is CVE-2015-10144?
CVE-2015-10144 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, rated high. EPSS estimates a 3.13% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2015-10144?
Affected products include I13websolution Thumbnail Carousel Slider.
How do I fix CVE-2015-10144?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.