CVE-2024-11613 CRITICAL

CVE-2024-11613: WordPress File Upload <= 4.24.15 - Unauthenticated Remote Code Execution, Arbitrary File Read, and Arbitrary File Deletion

Vendor Nickboss
Product Iptanus File Upload
Weakness CWE-94 · Code injection
Published January 8, 2025
Last update April 8, 2026

CVSS base score

9.8/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required None
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity High

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

What the vulnerability does

01Description

The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution, Arbitrary File Read, and Arbitrary File Deletion in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.15 via the 'wfu_file_downloader.php' file. This is due to lack of proper sanitization of the 'source' parameter and allowing a user-defined directory path. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

Iptanus File Upload versions 4.24.15 and earlier contain a code injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to run arbitrary PHP code on the server. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be exploited over the network. An attacker can gain complete control of the affected site, including reading sensitive data, modifying content, and disrupting service.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Run arbitrary PHP code on the server and take full control of the site.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Complete compromise of the site, including data theft, malware injection, and service disruption.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

January 8, 2025 CVE published
April 8, 2026 Record updated

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