CVE-2022-46839CWE-434

WordPress JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin Plugin <= 2.7.1 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload

Critical · published January 5, 2024

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
57.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 Unrestricted file uploads? This vulnerability in JS Help Desk could let attackers unleash all sorts of chaos! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel that allows guests to check in without verifying their identity — anyone could walk in with a duffel bag full of mischief! 🏨 An attacker could upload malicious files like web shells or scripts, gaining complete control over your server. This can lead to unauthorized data access, a total system takeover, or worse — putting your users’ information at serious risk!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel that allows guests to check in without verifying their identity — anyone could walk in with a duffel bag full of mischief! 🏨 The vulnerability allows for uploading files without strict validation, meaning harmful file types can slip through unnoticed, especially from versions prior to 2.7.1.

What to do

An attacker could upload malicious files like web shells or scripts, gaining complete control over your server. This can lead to unauthorized data access, a total system takeover, or worse — putting your users’ information at serious risk! Immediately update JS Help Desk to version 2.7.2 or later to close this security gap. Also, implement file type restrictions to ensure only safe formats are accepted. Regularly audit your upload mechanisms to stay ahead of potential threats! You’ve got this! Fix the issue swiftly, and your security hero status will be through the roof! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00827 · 57.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-01-05T10:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 JAN 10:44Z
    WordPress JS Help Desk – Best Help Desk & Support Plugin Plugin <= 2.7.1 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload
    cvelistv5