CVE-2024-52397CWE-434

WordPress Convert Docx2post plugin <= 1.4 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability

Critical · published November 16, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.1
EPSS
0%
Percentile
41.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Convert Docx2post can let attackers upload a web shell, turning your server into their playground! Think of it like a restaurant allowing delivery drivers to drop off any package without checking if it's food or something suspicious — a recipe for disaster! If exploited, an attacker could upload malicious scripts directly to your web server, giving them control to execute commands, steal data, or disrupt services. It’s like handing over the keys to your digital vault—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant allowing delivery drivers to drop off any package without checking if it's food or something suspicious — a recipe for disaster! This vulnerability allows users to upload files of any type to the server without proper validation, enabling the upload of a web shell.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could upload malicious scripts directly to your web server, giving them control to execute commands, steal data, or disrupt services. It’s like handing over the keys to your digital vault—absolutely devastating! Immediately update Convert Docx2post to version 1.5 or later to close this critical gap. Additionally, implement strict file type validation and consider using an application firewall to monitor uploads. Don't wait—secure your application now! You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll elevate your security hero status in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.1 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00489 · 41.2th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-11-16T22:10Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 NOV 22:10Z
    WordPress Convert Docx2post plugin <= 1.4 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability
    cvelistv5