CVE-2024-51792CWE-434

WordPress Audio Record plugin <= 1.0 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability

Critical · published November 11, 2024

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
46.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unrestricted file upload in Audio Record lets attackers drop a web shell straight onto your server! 🔥 Think of this like a restaurant that allows customers to bring in any dish without checking the recipe—some guests might just bring in something hazardous! In this case, a malicious file is like a toxic dish that could spoil everything. If exploited, an attacker could gain full control of your server, allowing them to manipulate files, steal sensitive data, or launch further attacks—absolutely devastating for your security! This vulnerability gives a clear path to your most critical assets, putting your entire operation at risk.

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant that allows customers to bring in any dish without checking the recipe—some guests might just bring in something hazardous! In this case, a malicious file is like a toxic dish that could spoil everything. This vulnerability allows attackers to upload dangerous file types, specifically a web shell, due to a lack of restrictions in Audio Record versions up to 1.0. When a web shell is executed, it can lead to unauthorized remote command execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain full control of your server, allowing them to manipulate files, steal sensitive data, or launch further attacks—absolutely devastating for your security! This vulnerability gives a clear path to your most critical assets, putting your entire operation at risk. Immediately upgrade to the latest version of Audio Record and configure the server to restrict file uploads strictly to safe types. Conduct a thorough audit to ensure no malicious files have already been uploaded. You've got this! By taking these steps, you’ll bolster your defenses and keep your server secure! 🛡️

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
0.00576 · 46.7th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-11-11T05:53Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 NOV 05:53Z
    WordPress Audio Record plugin <= 1.0 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability
    cvelistv5