CVE-2024-52408CWE-434

WordPress Push Notifications for WordPress by PushAssist plugin <= 3.0.8 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability

Critical · published November 16, 2024

CVSS v3.1
9.9
EPSS
0%
Percentile
41.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A dangerous file upload vulnerability in PushAssist could let anyone upload a web shell — a hacker’s secret weapon right on your server! 🔥 This flaw is like letting a delivery driver drop off any package without checking its contents — what if they delivered a bomb instead of your new gadget? It’s shocking how this unchecked upload can lead to chaos! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files, gaining full control over your server. They could siphon sensitive data, trash your site, or even deploy further attacks on your network. The potential for devastation is absolutely staggering!

Put simply

This flaw is like letting a delivery driver drop off any package without checking its contents — what if they delivered a bomb instead of your new gadget? It’s shocking how this unchecked upload can lead to chaos! This unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the Push Notifications for WordPress plugin allows attackers to upload files of dangerous types, including web shells, without proper validation. This flaw exists in versions up to and including 3.0.8.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to upload malicious files, gaining full control over your server. They could siphon sensitive data, trash your site, or even deploy further attacks on your network. The potential for devastation is absolutely staggering! Immediately disable the Push Notifications for WordPress plugin if you're on an affected version. Update to the secured version as soon as it's available and consider implementing strict file type validation rules on your server. This is a critical fix! You've got this! Secure your site by following these steps and reclaim your superhero status in the world of WordPress security! 🛡️

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
0.00492 · 41.4th percentile
Weakness
CWE-434 · Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
Published
2024-11-16T21:44Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 NOV 21:44Z
    WordPress Push Notifications for WordPress by PushAssist plugin <= 3.0.8 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability
    cvelistv5