CVE-2023-40204 WordPress Folders Plugin <= 2.9.2 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Upload

Critical 9.1 Published Updated

Attackers can upload malicious files to the WordPress Folders plugin, potentially leading to remote code execution on the server.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
An administrator
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2023-40204?

CVE-2023-40204 is a critical vulnerability in Premio Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager, published on 20 Dec 2023. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Premio Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager.This issue affects Folders – Unlimited Folders to Organize Media Library Folder, Pages, Posts, File Manager: from n/a through 2.9.2.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-40204?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Premio Folders.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40204?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-40204 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2023-40204 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-40204 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-5hjr-8g97-mrgc.

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