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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
The Demo Import Kit plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.0 via the import functionality. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Demo Import Kit versions 1.1.0 and earlier allow authenticated administrators to upload files without proper validation. An attacker with admin access can upload malicious files to compromise the site. The vulnerability affects file handling during the demo import process and requires high-level privileges to exploit.
What an attacker can do
Upload malicious files to the site with admin privileges.
Potential impact on your site
A compromised admin account can upload files that may execute code or modify site content.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have administrator-level access to the WordPress site.
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