CVE-2024-43249CWE-434

WordPress Bit Form Pro plugin <= 2.6.4 - Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability

Critical · published August 19, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
1%
Percentile
63.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An unrestricted file upload vulnerability lets attackers execute commands remotely in Bit Form Pro versions up to 2.6.4! Think of it like letting a delivery person into your office without checking their ID—they might bring in a dangerous package that could wreak havoc. This flaw allows malicious files to be uploaded, and before you know it, the entire system is compromised! An attacker could upload a dangerous file and execute arbitrary commands, potentially gaining full control of your server. This could lead to data breaches, service interruptions, or even total loss of functionality. The consequences can be absolutely devastating for your organization!

Put simply

Think of it like letting a delivery person into your office without checking their ID—they might bring in a dangerous package that could wreak havoc. This flaw allows malicious files to be uploaded, and before you know it, the entire system is compromised! This vulnerability allows for command injection via unchecked file uploads, meaning that if someone uploads a malicious script, it can be executed by the server without any restrictions.

What to do

An attacker could upload a dangerous file and execute arbitrary commands, potentially gaining full control of your server. This could lead to data breaches, service interruptions, or even total loss of functionality. The consequences can be absolutely devastating for your organization! Immediately patch to the fixed version of Bit Form Pro to close this vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file type validation and consider using an upload sanitization library to prevent malicious file uploads in the future. Don't delay—this vulnerability demands your attention! You've got this! Follow these steps to secure your system and keep those cyber villains at bay! 🛡️

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
0.01049 · 63.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-08-19T17:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 19 AUG 17:19Z
    WordPress Bit Form Pro plugin <= 2.6.4 - Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability
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