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CVE-2024-9047

Iptanus WordPress File Upload path traversal

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 93.3%
  1. Published12 Oct 2024

Description

The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.11 via wfu_file_downloader.php. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read or delete files outside of the originally intended directory. Successful exploitation requires the targeted WordPress installation to be using PHP 7.4 or earlier.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Iptanus WordPress File Upload< 4.24.12

Remediation

Fixed in
Iptanus WordPress File Upload≥ 4.24.12

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-9047 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-9047 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 93.3%.

How severe is CVE-2024-9047?

CVE-2024-9047 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 93.3% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-9047?

Affected products include Iptanus WordPress File Upload.

How do I fix CVE-2024-9047?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Iptanus WordPress File Upload 4.24.12 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.