Vulnerability Description
The User Submitted Posts plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the usp_check_images function in versions up to, and including, 20190312. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Plugin-Planet | User Submitted Posts | <= 20190312 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability-in-wordpress-useExploit
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/user-submitted-posts/#developersProductRelease Notes
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5a97877b-fb4d-4e87-bcfBroken LinkThird Party Advisory
- https://blog.nintechnet.com/arbitrary-file-upload-vulnerability-in-wordpress-useExploit
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/user-submitted-posts/#developersProductRelease Notes
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5a97877b-fb4d-4e87-bcfBroken LinkThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-25138?
CVE-2019-25138 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The User Submitted Posts plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the usp_check_images function in versions up to, and including, 20190312. T...
How severe is CVE-2019-25138?
CVE-2019-25138 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-25138?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Plugin-Planet User Submitted Posts.