CVE-2024-50531CWE-434

WordPress RSVPMaker for Toastmasters plugin <= 6.2.4 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability

Critical · published November 4, 2024

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
42.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unrestricted file upload lets an attacker plant a web shell on your server, making this vulnerability an absolute nightmare! 🔥 Think of it like allowing anyone into a secure server room without checking their ID — they can bring in whatever they want, including dangerous tools that could wreak havoc. This flaw in RSVPMaker for Toastmasters is that open door, and it could lead to serious trouble! An attacker could upload a malicious file, gain complete control over the server, and execute any commands they desire — the consequences could be absolutely devastating, allowing them to steal sensitive data, disrupt services, or even take your entire site offline! It's a full-blown invitation for chaos!

Put simply

Think of it like allowing anyone into a secure server room without checking their ID — they can bring in whatever they want, including dangerous tools that could wreak havoc. This flaw in RSVPMaker for Toastmasters is that open door, and it could lead to serious trouble! This vulnerability allows for the unrestricted upload of files with dangerous types, specifically allowing the upload of web shells. This means any user can upload a file without proper validation, leading to serious security breaches.

What to do

An attacker could upload a malicious file, gain complete control over the server, and execute any commands they desire — the consequences could be absolutely devastating, allowing them to steal sensitive data, disrupt services, or even take your entire site offline! It's a full-blown invitation for chaos! Patch to version 6.2.5 immediately to close this glaring vulnerability. Additionally, implement strict file validation checks to ensure only safe file types can be uploaded. Regularly audit your upload functionality to prevent future issues. You've got this! Follow these steps and you’ll have your server fortified in no time! 🛡️

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
0.00511 · 42.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-11-04T13:39Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 04 NOV 13:39Z
    WordPress RSVPMaker for Toastmasters plugin <= 6.2.4 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability
    cvelistv5