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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2024-9047
CVE-2024-9047:
WordPress vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
The WordPress File Upload plugin is affected by a Path Traversal vulnerability (CVE-2024-9047) in all versions up to and including 4.24.11. The vulnerability exists in the wfu_file_downloader.php component and affects WordPress installations using PHP 7.4 or earlier (NVD, CVE Mitre).
Technical details
The vulnerability is classified as a Path Traversal issue (CWE-22) with a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.8 CRITICAL (Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H). The flaw exists in the wfu_file_downloader.php component, which fails to properly validate file paths, allowing attackers to access files outside the intended directory (Wordfence).
Impact
The vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to read or delete files outside of the originally intended directory. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information and potential system file manipulation (FortiGuard).
Mitigation and workarounds
Users are advised to upgrade to version 4.24.12 or later of the WordPress File Upload plugin. The vulnerability has been patched in the latest release (WordPress Plugin).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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