Malicious File Upload
Malicious file upload attacks exploit insufficient validation when web applications accept user-provided files.
How It Works
Malicious file upload attacks exploit insufficient validation when web applications accept user-provided files. The attacker uploads a file containing executable code—commonly a web shell written in PHP, JSP, or ASPX—disguised to bypass basic security checks. Once uploaded to a web-accessible directory, the attacker navigates to the file's URL, triggering server-side execution and gaining remote command execution capabilities.
Attackers employ various bypass techniques to defeat weak filters. Content-Type spoofing involves manipulating HTTP headers to claim a malicious PHP file is an image. Double extensions like shell.php.jpg exploit flawed parsers that only check the final extension. Null byte injection (shell.php%00.jpg) can truncate filenames in vulnerable code. Case manipulation (.pHp, .AsP) defeats case-sensitive blacklists. Advanced attacks upload .htaccess or web.config files to reconfigure the server, enabling script execution in directories where it was previously disabled.
The typical attack flow begins with reconnaissance to locate upload functionality, followed by testing various evasion techniques until a payload successfully uploads. The attacker then accesses the uploaded web shell through a browser, passing commands via URL parameters. This establishes an interactive backdoor for further exploitation, lateral movement, and data theft.
Impact
- Remote code execution: Full command-line access to the web server with the application's privileges
- Web shell persistence: Durable backdoor survives application restarts, enabling long-term access
- Data exfiltration: Direct file system access allows theft of databases, credentials, source code, and sensitive documents
- Server compromise: Ability to install additional malware, create privileged accounts, and pivot to internal networks
- Website defacement: Modification of public-facing content to damage reputation or spread misinformation
Real-World Examples
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (CVE-2025-20188) combined a hardcoded JWT credential with unrestricted file upload, allowing unauthenticated attackers to deploy web shells and achieve complete controller compromise. The dual vulnerability eliminated authentication barriers entirely.
WordPress plugin vulnerabilities frequently expose this attack surface. Numerous plugins have allowed arbitrary file uploads through image galleries or media managers, where attackers upload PHP shells disguised as images, then execute them to take over hosting environments.
Enterprise content management systems have suffered similar flaws where document upload features failed to validate file types properly, allowing attackers to upload executable scripts that provided administrative access to corporate intranets and sensitive business data.
Mitigation
- Whitelist permitted extensions and validate against both filename and actual file content (magic bytes/file signatures)
- Store uploads outside the webroot entirely, serving them through a handler script that prevents execution
- Disable script execution in upload directories via web server configuration (remove execute permissions)
- Rename uploaded files to random identifiers, breaking the attacker's ability to predict URLs
- Implement content scanning with antivirus/malware detection before storing files
- Enforce authentication and authorization on all upload endpoints with proper session management
- Validate file size limits to prevent resource exhaustion alongside malicious uploads
Recent CVEs (4267)
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the parserXML() method of JeeWMS before v2025.01.01 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
Insufficient filename validation in Ivanti EPM before the 2024 January-2025 Security Update and 2022 SU6 January-2025 Security Update allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to achieve remote code. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 30.3% and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in Shanghai Lingdang Information Technology Lingdang CRM up to 8.6.0.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in Blog Botz for Journal Theme 1.0 on OpenCart. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The WordPress CRM, Email & Marketing Automation for WordPress | Award Winner - Groundhogg plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
SAP NetWeaver AS JAVA (User Admin Application) is vulnerable to stored cross site scripting vulnerability. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
An issue was discovered in Selesta Visual Access Manager (VAM) prior to 4.42.2. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Venki Supravizio BPM through 18.0.1 was discovered to contain an arbitrary file upload vulnerability. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in 1902756969 reggie 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in StarSea99 starsea-mall 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
HCL MyXalytics is affected by a malicious file upload vulnerability. Rated low severity (CVSS 1.6). No vendor patch available.
Trippo Responsive Filemanager 9.14.0 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS) via file upload using the svg and pdf extensions. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the MediaPool module of Redaxo CMS v5.17.1 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.2), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in jumpdemand 4ECPS Web Forms allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.2.18. Rated critical severity (CVSS 10.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in code-projects Content Management System 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in CampCodes Computer Laboratory Management System 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
The <redacted>.exe or <redacted>.exe CGI binary can be used to upload arbitrary files to /tmp/upload/ or /tmp/ respectively as any user, although the user interface for uploading files is only shown. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in code-projects Online Bike Rental System 1.0 and classified as critical. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in SingMR HouseRent 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in donglight bookstore电商书城系统说明 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability has been found in wander-chu SpringBoot-Blog 1.0 and classified as critical. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in ZeroWdd myblog 1.0.java. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
The Garden Gnome Package plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the functionality that automatically extracts 'ggpkg' files that have been. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 15.1% and no vendor patch available.
The Modula Image Gallery plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the zip upload functionality in all versions up to, and including,. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 12.4% and no vendor patch available.
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.13 via wfu_file_downloader.php. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity.
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.12 via the 'wfu_ABSPATH' cookie parameter. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 19.2% and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability has been found in VIWIS LMS 9.11 and classified as problematic. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The WordPress File Upload plugin through version 4.24.15 contains critical vulnerabilities in wfu_file_downloader.php enabling remote code execution, arbitrary file read, and arbitrary file deletion. The lack of proper sanitization on the source parameter combined with user-defined directory paths allows unauthenticated attackers to fully compromise the server.
WeGIA is a web manager for charitable institutions. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available.
An issue was discovered in Ovidentia 8.3. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
File Upload Bypass was found in AdPortal 3.0.39 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via the file upload functionality. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
ClipBucket V5 provides open source video hosting with PHP. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and EPSS exploitation probability 24.9%.
An authenticated arbitrary file upload vulnerability in Car Rental Management System v1.0 to v1.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in ThemeGlow JobBoard Job listing allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.2.6. Rated critical severity (CVSS 10.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability check on the 'wfu_ajax_action_read_subfolders' function in all versions up to,. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. This Missing Authorization vulnerability could allow attackers to access resources or perform actions without proper authorization checks.
File Upload vulnerability in ChestnutCMS through 1.5.0. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
LangChain4j-AIDeepin is a Retrieval enhancement generation (RAG) project. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in zhenfeng13 My-Blog 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in zhenfeng13 My-Blog 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in osuuu LightPicture up to 1.2.2. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in wangl1989 mysiteforme 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in ZeroWdd studentmanager 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in ZeroWdd studentmanager 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in Campcodes Project Management System 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
An issue was discovered in Optimizely EPiServer.CMS.Core before 12.32.0. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
An arbitrary file upload vulnerability in the component /adminUser/updateImg of WukongCRM-11.0-JAVA v11.3.3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted file. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Beee ACF City Selector allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.14.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.6), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 12.8% and no vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Webdeclic WPMasterToolKit allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.13.1. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Epss exploitation probability 41.6% and no vendor patch available.
Huang Yaoshi Pharmaceutical Management Software through 16.0 allows arbitrary file upload via a .asp filename in the fileName element of the UploadFile element in a SOAP request to /XSDService.asmx. Rated critical severity (CVSS 10.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted file upload in azzaroco's WP SuperBackup WordPress plugin (versions through 2.3.3) enables remote unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files including web shells, leading to full server compromise. The maximum CVSS score of 10.0 combined with an EPSS score of 55.52% (98th percentile) indicates very high exploitation probability, though no public exploit was identified at time of analysis and the issue is not yet listed in CISA KEV.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.9.9. Rated critical severity (CVSS 10.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in taisan tarzan-cms 1.0.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in running-elephant Datart 1.0.0-rc3. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
LinkAce is a self-hosted archive to collect links of your favorite websites. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.6), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available.
A vulnerability was found in 1000 Projects Portfolio Management System MCA 1.0 and classified as critical.php. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, was found in 1000 Projects Portfolio Management System MCA 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability, which was classified as critical, has been found in 1000 Projects Portfolio Management System MCA 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in 1000 Projects Portfolio Management System MCA 1.0. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
Some Honor products are affected by file writing vulnerability, successful exploitation could cause code execution. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The DirectoryPress - Business Directory And Classified Ad Listing plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via SVG File uploads in all versions up to, and including, 3.6.16. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.4), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. This Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability could allow attackers to upload malicious files that can be executed on the server.
A file upload functionality in Piranha CMS 11.1 allows authenticated remote attackers to upload a crafted PDF file to /manager/media. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.7), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
IBM Cognos Analytics 11.2.0 through 11.2.4 FP4 and 12.0.0 through 12.0.4 could be vulnerable to malicious file upload by not validating the content of the file uploaded to the web interface. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. This Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability could allow attackers to upload malicious files that can be executed on the server.
There is an unrestricted file upload vulnerability where it is possible for an authenticated user (low privileged) to upload an jsp shell and execute code with the privileges of user running the web. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.7), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A unrestricted upload of file with dangerous type vulnerability in epaper draft function in Corporate Training Management System before 10.13 allows remote authenticated users to bypass file upload. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.4), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.9.9.5.2. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.9.9.5.2. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.9.9.5.2. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in VibeThemes WPLMS wplms_plugin allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.9.9.5.3. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in Raisecom MSG1200, MSG2100E, MSG2200, and MSG2300 3.90. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in authenticated SVG file upload and viewing functionality in UJCMS 9.6.3. Rated medium severity (CVSS 4.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
The server lacks thread safety and can be crashed by anomalous data sent by an anonymous user from a remote network. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.2), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in SeedProd LLC SeedProd Pro seedprod-coming-soon-pro-5 allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.18.13. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.1), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in SuitePlugins Video & Photo Gallery for Ultimate Member gallery-for-ultimate-member allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.1.0. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.9), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
A vulnerability was found in InvoicePlane up to 1.6.1. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.3), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Crafthemes Demo Import plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'process_uploaded_files' function in all versions up to, and. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.2), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Arbitrary file upload in the Import Export For WooCommerce WordPress plugin (versions through 1.6.2) by sidngr allows authenticated low-privileged users to upload web shells, leading to full server compromise with a CVSS of 9.9 and changed scope. EPSS places this in the 98th percentile (~48% exploitation probability), indicating significant attacker interest, though no public exploit identified at time of analysis. CISA KEV does not list this CVE.
The Super Backup & Clone - Migrate for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation and a missing capability check on the. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The MStore API - Create Native Android & iOS Apps On The Cloud plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the profile picture upload functionality in all versions up to,. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.4), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. This Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability could allow attackers to upload malicious files that can be executed on the server.
The AR for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized double extension file upload due to a missing capability check on the set_ar_featured_image() function in all versions up to,. Rated low severity (CVSS 3.7), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required. No vendor patch available.
The Opt-In Downloads plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the admin_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 4.07. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The issue was addressed with improved memory handling. Rated medium severity (CVSS 5.5), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
File upload logic in Apache Struts is flawed. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.5), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required. No vendor patch available.
If the attacker has access to a valid Poweruser session, remote code execution is possible because specially crafted valid PNG files with injected PHP content can be uploaded as desktop backgrounds. Rated high severity (CVSS 7.2), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
An issue was discovered in Digi ConnectPort LTS before 1.4.12. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
An issue was discovered in Digi ConnectPort LTS before 1.4.12. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.0), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Kashipara E-learning Management System v1.0 is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution via File Upload in /teacher_avatar.php. Rated critical severity (CVSS 9.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Genetech Pie Register Premium pie-register-premium.8.3.3. Rated critical severity (CVSS 10.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in roninwp Revy revy allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.18. Rated critical severity (CVSS 10.0), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, no authentication required, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in POSIMYTH WDesignkit wdesignkit allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.0.40. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.6), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
The Pubnews theme for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary plugin installation due to a missing capability check on the pubnews_importer_plugin_action_for_notice() function in all. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
Quick Facts
- Typical Severity
- HIGH
- Category
- web
- Total CVEs
- 4267