Arbitrary file upload in WordPress - #VU85992
Published: February 1, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU85992
CSH Severity: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear
CVE-ID: N/A
CWE-ID: CWE-434
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
WordPress
WordPress
Software vendor:
WordPress.ORG
WordPress.ORG
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file during file upload in the Plugin Installer. A remote authenticated administrator can bypass implemented security restrictions and upload a malicious PHP file on the server.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.