CVE-2023-32095CWE-94

WordPress Rename Media Files Plugin <= 1.0.1 is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE)

Critical · published December 29, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
1%
Percentile
50.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A crafty attacker can slip malicious code right into your site through a vulnerable media file name! 🔥 Think of it like a food truck that allows anyone to order whatever they want without checking the ingredients—someone could sneak in some not-so-tasty surprises that could ruin the whole menu! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to full control over your website. Imagine them deleting files, stealing sensitive data, or even launching attacks on visitors—it's absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a food truck that allows anyone to order whatever they want without checking the ingredients—someone could sneak in some not-so-tasty surprises that could ruin the whole menu! This code injection vulnerability in Milan Dinić Rename Media Files arises from improper controls in file name handling, allowing attackers to inject and execute their own code under certain conditions.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your server, leading to full control over your website. Imagine them deleting files, stealing sensitive data, or even launching attacks on visitors—it's absolutely devastating! Patch your Rename Media Files plugin to version 1.0.2 immediately to close off this attack vector. Additionally, review your file upload and naming practices to ensure proper validation and sanitization. You've got this! With these steps, you'll have your site bolted down and secure in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.9 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00655 · 50.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
Published
2023-12-29T08:56Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 DEC 08:56Z
    WordPress Rename Media Files Plugin <= 1.0.1 is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution (RCE)
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