CVE-2023-51410CWE-434

WordPress WP Mail Log Plugin <= 1.1.2 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload

Critical · published December 29, 2023

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
1%
Percentile
48.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 Attention WordPress users! The WPVibes WP Mail Log plugin is vulnerable to an unrestricted file upload, allowing attackers to slip in dangerous files undetected! Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone walk in and drop off any recipe, no questions asked — you might end up with a surprise dish that’s absolutely toxic! An attacker could exploit this flaw to upload malicious files directly to your server, potentially leading to full control of the site or distributing malware. This could be devastating, granting unauthorized access to sensitive user data and even leading to data breaches!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone walk in and drop off any recipe, no questions asked — you might end up with a surprise dish that’s absolutely toxic! The vulnerability allows an attacker to upload files with dangerous types, bypassing any security checks that should prevent such actions. This loophole exists in versions from n/a through 1.1.2 of the WP Mail Log plugin.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this flaw to upload malicious files directly to your server, potentially leading to full control of the site or distributing malware. This could be devastating, granting unauthorized access to sensitive user data and even leading to data breaches! To protect your site, immediately update the WP Mail Log plugin to the latest version. If you can't update right away, consider disabling the plugin until a patch is in place. Regularly review and audit your plugins for vulnerabilities as a best practice! You've got this! Take action now, and you'll have your security fortified 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
0.00606 · 48.3th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2023-12-29T13:53Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 DEC 13:53Z
    WordPress WP Mail Log Plugin <= 1.1.2 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload
    cvelistv5