Vulnerability Description
The Folders and Folders Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 3.0 in Folders and 3.0.2 in Folders Pro via the 'handle_folders_file_upload' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author access and above, to upload files to arbitrary locations on the server.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/folders/tags/3.0/includes/media.repla
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3070429/folders/trunk/includes/medi
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b4cc839c-de7a-43eb-a7f
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/folders/tags/3.0/includes/media.repla
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3070429/folders/trunk/includes/medi
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b4cc839c-de7a-43eb-a7f
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-2023?
CVE-2024-2023 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Folders and Folders Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 3.0 in Folders and 3.0.2 in Folders Pro via the 'handle_folders_file_upload'...
How severe is CVE-2024-2023?
CVE-2024-2023 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-2023?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.