CVE-2024-9461 HIGH

CVE-2024-9461: Total Upkeep <= 1.16.6 - Authenticated (Administrator+) Remote Code Execution via Backup Settings

Vendor Boldgrid
Product Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid
Weakness CWE-78
Published November 26, 2024
Last update April 8, 2026

CVSS base score

7.2/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required High
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity High

CVSS vector

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

What the vulnerability does

01Description

The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.16.6 via the cron_interval parameter. This is due to missing input validation and sanitization. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to execute code on the server.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

Total Upkeep contains a code injection vulnerability in versions up to 1.16.6. An authenticated administrator can inject and execute arbitrary PHP code on the site through the plugin's functionality. This allows complete control over the WordPress installation, including data theft, malware installation, and site defacement. Update immediately to a version newer than 1.16.6.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Run arbitrary PHP code on the site with full administrative privileges.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

A compromised admin account can fully compromise your site, steal data, install malware, or deface content.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have administrator-level access to WordPress.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

November 26, 2024 CVE published
April 8, 2026 Record updated

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