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Every flaw the U.S. government’s cybersecurity agency (CISA) has confirmed attackers are using, plus the new WordPress plugin and theme bugs published each day, sorted by what they mean for a small business. We refresh it twice a day. If you see something your website or office runs, tell us.

1,766exploited flaws on CISA’s list
36added in the last 30 days
584new WordPress flaws this week
391,288entries in the database

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  • Jul 23, 2024Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks: Does not prevent users from pinging arbitrary hosts via some of its shortcodesCVE-2024-4260 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WPScanMedium 6.5

    The Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks WordPress plugin before 3.1.12 does not prevent users from pinging arbitrary hosts via some of its shortcodes, which could allow high privilege users such as contributors to perform SSRF attacks.

    Product
    Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks
    Fixed in
    3.1.12
    What to do
    Update Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks to 3.1.12 or newer.
  • Jul 22, 2024MaxiBlocks: 2200+ Patterns, 190 Pages, 14.2K Icons & 100 Styles: Arbitrary file deletionCVE-2024-6885 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.1

    The MaxiBlocks: 2200+ Patterns, 190 Pages, 14.2K Icons & 100 Styles plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the maxi_remove_custom_image_size and maxi_add_custom_image_size functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php).

    Product
    MaxiBlocks: 2200+ Patterns, 190 Pages, 14.2K Icons & 100 Styles
    Affected
    up to 1.9.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.9.2. Update MaxiBlocks: 2200+ Patterns, 190 Pages, 14.2K Icons & 100 Styles to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 18, 2024Brizy – Page Builder: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-3242 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Brizy – Page Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file extension validation in the validateImageContent function called via storeImages in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.43. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. Version 2.4.44 prevents the upload of files ending in .sh and .php. Version 2.4.45 fully patches the issue.

    Product
    Brizy – Page Builder
    Affected
    up to 2.4.43
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.4.43. Update Brizy – Page Builder to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 17, 2024简数采集器 (Keydatas): Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6220 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The 简数采集器 (Keydatas) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the keydatas_downloadImages function in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    简数采集器 (Keydatas)
    Affected
    up to 2.5.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.5.2. Update 简数采集器 (Keydatas) to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 17, 2024BookingPress – Appointment Booking Calendar Plugin and Online Scheduling: Arbitrary File Read to Arbitrary File CreationCVE-2024-6467 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The BookingPress – Appointment Booking Calendar Plugin and Online Scheduling Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read to Arbitrary File Creation in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.5 via the 'bookingpress_save_lite_wizard_settings_func' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to create arbitrary files that contain the content of files (either on the local server or from a remote location), allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files or the exposure of sensitive information.

    Product
    BookingPress – Appointment Booking Calendar Plugin and Online Scheduling
    Affected
    up to 1.1.5
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.1.5. Update BookingPress – Appointment Booking Calendar Plugin and Online Scheduling to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 15, 2024Insert or Embed Articulate Content into: Does not prevent authors from uploading arbitrary files to the siteCVE-2024-5630 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WPScanHigh 8.8

    The Insert or Embed Articulate Content into WordPress plugin before 4.3000000024 does not prevent authors from uploading arbitrary files to the site, which may allow them to upload PHP shells on affected sites.

    Product
    Insert or Embed Articulate Content into
    Fixed in
    4.3000000024
    What to do
    Update Insert or Embed Articulate Content into to 4.3000000024 or newer.
  • Jul 9, 2024Advanced File Manager Shortcodes: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2023-7061 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access or above to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Advanced File Manager Shortcodes
    Affected
    up to 2.5.3
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.5.3. Update Advanced File Manager Shortcodes to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024ScrollTo Bottom: Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File UploadCVE-2024-6321 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The ScrollTo Bottom plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload in versions up to, and including, 1.1.1. This is due to missing nonce validation and missing file type validation in the 'options_page' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

    Product
    ScrollTo Bottom
    Affected
    up to 1.1.1
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.1.1. Update ScrollTo Bottom to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024ScrollTo Top: Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File UploadCVE-2024-6320 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The ScrollTo Top plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload in versions up to, and including, 1.2.2. This is due to missing nonce validation and missing file type validation in the 'options_page' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

    Product
    ScrollTo Top
    Affected
    up to 1.2.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.2.2. Update ScrollTo Top to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Generate PDF using Contact Form 7: Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File UploadCVE-2024-6317 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload in versions up to, and including, 4.1.2. This is due to missing nonce validation and the plugin not properly validating a file or its path prior to deleting it in the 'wp_cf7_pdf_dashboard_html_page' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files, including the wp-config.php file, which can make site takeover and remote code execution possible via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

    Product
    Generate PDF using Contact Form 7
    Affected
    up to 4.1.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 4.1.2. Update Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Generate PDF using Contact Form 7: Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File UploadCVE-2024-6316 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload in versions up to, and including, 4.1.2. This is due to missing nonce validation and missing file type validation in the 'wp_cf7_pdf_dashboard_html_page' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link. CVE-2024-37555 is a duplicate of this issue.

    Product
    Generate PDF using Contact Form 7
    Affected
    up to 4.1.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 4.1.2. Update Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024IQ Testimonials: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6314 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The IQ Testimonials plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the 'process_image_upload' function in versions up to, and including, 2.2.7. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. This can only be exploited if the 'gd' php extension is not loaded on the server.

    Product
    IQ Testimonials
    Affected
    up to 2.2.7
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.2.7. Update IQ Testimonials to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Gutenberg Forms: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6313 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The Gutenberg Forms plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to the users can specify the allowed file types in the 'upload' function in versions up to, and including, 2.2.9. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Gutenberg Forms
    Affected
    up to 2.2.9
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.2.9. Update Gutenberg Forms to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Advanced AJAX Page Loader: Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File UploadCVE-2024-6310 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Advanced AJAX Page Loader plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload in versions up to, and including, 2.7.7. This is due to missing nonce validation in the 'admin_init_AAPL' function and missing file type validation in the 'AAPL_options_validate' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

    Product
    Advanced AJAX Page Loader
    Affected
    up to 2.7.7
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.7.7. Update Advanced AJAX Page Loader to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Attachment File Icons (AF Icons): Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File UploadCVE-2024-6309 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Attachment File Icons (AF Icons) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery to Arbitrary File Upload in versions up to, and including, 1.3. This is due to missing nonce validation in the 'afi_overview' function and missing file type validation in the 'upload_icons' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

    Product
    Attachment File Icons (AF Icons)
    Affected
    up to 1.3
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.3. Update Attachment File Icons (AF Icons) to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Default Thumbnail Plus: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6161 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Default Thumbnail Plus plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'get_cache_image' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.2.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Default Thumbnail Plus
    Affected
    up to 1.0.2.3
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.0.2.3. Update Default Thumbnail Plus to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Bit Form: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6123 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 7.2

    The Bit Form plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'iconUpload' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.13.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Bit Form
    Affected
    up to 2.13.3
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.13.3. Update Bit Form to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 9, 2024Modern Events Calendar: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-5441 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Modern Events Calendar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the set_featured_image function in all versions up to, and including, 7.11.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. The plugin allows administrators (via its settings) to extend the ability to submit events to unauthenticated users, which would allow unauthenticated attackers to exploit this vulnerability.

    Product
    Modern Events Calendar
    Affected
    up to 7.11.0
    What to do
    Affects up to 7.11.0. Update Modern Events Calendar to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 4, 2024IMGspider: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6319 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The IMGspider plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'upload' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.3.10. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    IMGspider
    Affected
    up to 2.3.10
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.3.10. Update IMGspider to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jul 4, 2024IMGspider: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6318 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The IMGspider plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'upload_img_file' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.3.10. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    IMGspider
    Affected
    up to 2.3.10
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.3.10. Update IMGspider to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 27, 2024kadence-blocks-pro: Does not prevent users with at least the contributor role using some of its shortcode's functionalities to leak arbitrary options from the databaseCVE-2024-1330 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WPScanMedium 4.3

    The kadence-blocks-pro WordPress plugin before 2.3.8 does not prevent users with at least the contributor role using some of its shortcode's functionalities to leak arbitrary options from the database.

    Product
    kadence-blocks-pro
    Fixed in
    2.3.8
    What to do
    Update kadence-blocks-pro to 2.3.8 or newer.
  • Jun 26, 2024Auto Featured Image: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6054 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Auto Featured Image plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'create_post_attachment_from_url' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Auto Featured Image
    Affected
    up to 1.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.2. Update Auto Featured Image to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 20, 2024Slider and Carousel slider by Depicter: Arbitrary Nonce GenerationCVE-2024-4390 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The Slider and Carousel slider by Depicter plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary Nonce Generation in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access and above, to generate a valid nonce for any WordPress action/function. This could be used to invoke functionality that is protected only by nonce checks.

    Product
    Slider and Carousel slider by Depicter
    Affected
    up to 3.0.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 3.0.2. Update Slider and Carousel slider by Depicter to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 19, 2024Materialis: Limited arbitrary options updatesCVE-2023-3204 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The Materialis theme for WordPress is vulnerable to limited arbitrary options updates in versions up to, and including, 1.1.24. This is due to missing authorization checks on the companion_disable_popup() function called via an AJAX action. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with minimal permissions such as subscribers, to modify any option on the site to a numerical value.

    Product
    Materialis
    Affected
    up to 1.1.24
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.1.24. Update Materialis to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 19, 2024Pexels: Free Stock Photos: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6132 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Pexels: Free Stock Photos plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'pexels_fsp_images_options_validate' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Pexels: Free Stock Photos
    Affected
    up to 1.2.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.2.2. Update Pexels: Free Stock Photos to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 19, 2024Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-5853 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.9

    The Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the sirv_upload_file_by_chanks AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 7.2.6. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv
    Affected
    up to 7.2.6
    What to do
    Affects up to 7.2.6. Update Image Optimizer, Resizer and CDN – Sirv to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 19, 2024Salon booking system: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-3229 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The Salon booking system plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the SLN_Action_Ajax_ImportAssistants function along with missing authorization checks in all versions up to, and including, 10.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Salon booking system
    Affected
    up to 10.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 10.2. Update Salon booking system to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 19, 2024Cost Calculator Builder PRO: Arbitrary email sending vulnerabilityCVE-2024-4787 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 5.8

    The Cost Calculator Builder PRO for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary email sending vulnerability in versions up to, and including, 3.1.75. This is due to insufficient limitations on the email recipient and the content in the 'send_pdf' and the 'send_pdf_front' functions which are reachable via AJAX. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to send emails with any content to any recipient.

    Product
    Cost Calculator Builder PRO
    Affected
    up to 3.1.75
    What to do
    Affects up to 3.1.75. Update Cost Calculator Builder PRO to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 19, 2024AliExpress Dropshipping with AliNext Lite: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-2381 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The AliExpress Dropshipping with AliNext Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ajax_save_image function in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    AliExpress Dropshipping with AliNext Lite
    Affected
    up to 3.3.5
    What to do
    Affects up to 3.3.5. Update AliExpress Dropshipping with AliNext Lite to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 15, 2024FooEvents for WooCommerce: Unauthorized arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-6000 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 7.1

    The FooEvents for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary file uploads due to an improper capability setting on the 'display_ticket_themes_page' function in versions up to, and including, 1.19.20. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor-level capabilities or above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. This was partially patched in 1.19.20, and fully patched in 1.19.21.

    Product
    FooEvents for WooCommerce
    Affected
    up to 1.19.20
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.19.20. Update FooEvents for WooCommerce to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 14, 2024Folders Pro: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-2024 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The Folders Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'handle_folders_file_upload' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Folders Pro
    Affected
    up to 3.0.2
    What to do
    Affects up to 3.0.2. Update Folders Pro to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 12, 2024InstaWP Connect – 1-click WP Staging & Migration: Arbitrary option updatesCVE-2024-4898 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The InstaWP Connect – 1-click WP Staging & Migration plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary option updates due to a missing authorization checks on the REST API calls in all versions up to, and including, 0.1.0.38. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to connect the site to InstaWP API, edit arbitrary site options and create administrator accounts.

    Product
    InstaWP Connect – 1-click WP Staging & Migration
    Affected
    up to 0.1.0.38
    What to do
    Affects up to 0.1.0.38. Update InstaWP Connect – 1-click WP Staging & Migration to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • Jun 5, 2024The Album and Image Gallery plus Lightbox: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4194 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The The Album and Image Gallery plus Lightbox plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 2.0. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

    Product
    The Album and Image Gallery plus Lightbox
    Affected
    up to 2.0
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.0. Update The Album and Image Gallery plus Lightbox to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 29, 2024WP STAGING WordPress Backup Plugin – Migration Backup Restore: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-3412 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.1

    The WP STAGING WordPress Backup Plugin – Migration Backup Restore plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the wpstg_processing AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.3. 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.

    Product
    WP STAGING WordPress Backup Plugin – Migration Backup Restore
    Affected
    up to 3.4.3
    What to do
    Affects up to 3.4.3. Update WP STAGING WordPress Backup Plugin – Migration Backup Restore to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 24, 2024WP Photo Album Plus: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4037 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The WP Photo Album Plus plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 8.7.02.003. This is due to the plugin allowing unauthenticated users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

    Product
    WP Photo Album Plus
    Affected
    up to 8.7.02.003
    What to do
    Affects up to 8.7.02.003. Update WP Photo Album Plus to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 23, 2024Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-5084 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'file_upload_action' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.0. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder
    Affected
    up to 1.1.0
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.1.0. Update Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 23, 2024This does not validate a path generated with user input when downloading files, allowing unauthenticated user to download arbitrary files from the serverCVE-2024-4388 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WPScanHigh 7.5

    This does not validate a path generated with user input when downloading files, allowing unauthenticated user to download arbitrary files from the server

    What to do
    Update the plugin to the newest version.
  • May 22, 2024Responsive Contact Form Builder & Lead Generation: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4261 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 5.4

    The Responsive Contact Form Builder & Lead Generation Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.1. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

    Product
    Responsive Contact Form Builder & Lead Generation
    Affected
    up to 1.9.1
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.9.1. Update Responsive Contact Form Builder & Lead Generation to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 21, 2024Salon booking system: Arbitrary file deletionCVE-2024-4442 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.1

    The Salon booking system plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion in all versions up to, and including, 9.8. This is due to the plugin not properly validating the path of an uploaded file prior to deleting it. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files, including the wp-config.php file, which can make site takeover and remote code execution possible. This was partially patched in 9.9, and sufficiently patched in 10.0. CVE-2024-37231 appears to be a duplicate of this issue.

    Product
    Salon booking system
    Affected
    up to 9.8
    What to do
    Affects up to 9.8. Update Salon booking system to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 16, 2024Tutor LMS – eLearning and online course solution: Insecure Direct Object Reference to Arbitrary Course DeletionCVE-2024-4279 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The Tutor LMS – eLearning and online course solution plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Insecure Direct Object Reference to Arbitrary Course Deletion in versions up to, and including, 2.7.0 via the 'tutor_course_delete' function due to missing validation on a user controlled key. This can allow authenticated attackers, with Instructor-level permissions and above, to delete any course.

    Product
    Tutor LMS – eLearning and online course solution
    Affected
    up to 2.7.0
    What to do
    Affects up to 2.7.0. Update Tutor LMS – eLearning and online course solution to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 14, 2024Simple Basic Contact Form plugin for: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4144 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The Simple Basic Contact Form plugin for WordPress for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 20240502. This allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes. The severity and exploitability depends on the functionality of other plugins installed in the environment.

    Product
    Simple Basic Contact Form plugin for
    Affected
    up to 20240502
    What to do
    Affects up to 20240502. Update Simple Basic Contact Form plugin for to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 14, 2024Kognetiks Chatbot for: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-4560 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The Kognetiks Chatbot for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the chatbot_chatgpt_upload_file_to_assistant function in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.9. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers, with to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Kognetiks Chatbot for
    Affected
    up to 1.9.9
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.9.9. Update Kognetiks Chatbot for to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 14, 2024LearnPress – WordPress LMS: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-4397 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'save_post_materials' function in versions up to, and including, 4.2.6.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Instructor-level permissions and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    LearnPress – WordPress LMS
    Affected
    up to 4.2.6.5
    What to do
    Affects up to 4.2.6.5. Update LearnPress – WordPress LMS to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 14, 2024The Orders Tracking for WooCommerce plugin for: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4039 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The The Orders Tracking for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.10. This is due to the plugin allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes. A partial patch was released in 1.2.10, and a complete patch was released in 1.2.11.

    Product
    The Orders Tracking for WooCommerce plugin for
    Affected
    up to 1.2.10
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.2.10. Update The Orders Tracking for WooCommerce plugin for to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 14, 2024The Back In Stock Notifier for WooCommerce | WooCommerce Waitlist Pro plugin for: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4038 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The The Back In Stock Notifier for WooCommerce | WooCommerce Waitlist Pro plugin for WordPress for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 5.3.1. This is due to the plugin for WordPress allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

    Product
    The Back In Stock Notifier for WooCommerce | WooCommerce Waitlist Pro plugin for
    Affected
    up to 5.3.1
    What to do
    Affects up to 5.3.1. Update The Back In Stock Notifier for WooCommerce | WooCommerce Waitlist Pro plugin for to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 8, 2024WP Latest Posts: Arbitrary shortcode executionCVE-2024-4135 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 5.4

    The WP Latest Posts plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 5.0.7. This is due to the plugin allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a user-supplied value prior to using that value in a call to do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.

    Product
    WP Latest Posts
    Affected
    up to 5.0.7
    What to do
    Affects up to 5.0.7. Update WP Latest Posts to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 7, 2024Startklar Elementor Addons: Arbitrary file deletionCVE-2024-4346 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.1

    The Startklar Elementor Addons plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion in all versions up to, and including, 1.7.13. This is due to the plugin not properly validating the path of an uploaded file prior to deleting it. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files, including the wp-config.php file, which can make site takeover and remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Startklar Elementor Addons
    Affected
    up to 1.7.13
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.7.13. Update Startklar Elementor Addons to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 7, 2024Startklar Elementor Addons: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-4345 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceCritical 9.8

    The Startklar Elementor Addons plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the 'process' function in the 'startklarDropZoneUploadProcess' class in versions up to, and including, 1.7.13. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    Startklar Elementor Addons
    Affected
    up to 1.7.13
    What to do
    Affects up to 1.7.13. Update Startklar Elementor Addons to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 2, 2024All-in-One Video Gallery: Arbitrary file uploadsCVE-2024-4033 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceHigh 8.8

    The All-in-One Video Gallery plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the aiovg_create_attachment_from_external_image_url function in all versions up to, and including, 3.6.4. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

    Product
    All-in-One Video Gallery
    Affected
    up to 3.6.4
    What to do
    Affects up to 3.6.4. Update All-in-One Video Gallery to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.
  • May 2, 2024Booster for WooCommerce: Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode ExecutionCVE-2024-3957 · WordPress plugins & themes · reported by WordfenceMedium 6.5

    The Booster for WooCommerce plugin is vulnerable to Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution in versions up to, and including, 7.1.8. This allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes. The severity and exploitability depends on what other plugins are installed and what shortcode functionality they provide.

    Product
    Booster for WooCommerce
    Affected
    up to 7.1.8
    What to do
    Affects up to 7.1.8. Update Booster for WooCommerce to the newest version and check its changelog mentions this fix; if there isn’t one yet, deactivate it until there is.

Where this comes from: the exploited list is CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Everything else is the whole National Vulnerability Database, where each record is published by the team that found the bug (Wordfence, Patchstack, WPScan, the vendors themselves and others); we show who. Exploit odds are FIRST’s EPSS, updated daily. Titles and categories are ours, so check the linked record before acting on a detail. For a write-up of the big ones, see our advisories. Every vendor, and every WordPress plugin and theme with a recorded flaw, also has its own page. All of it is free to reuse as JSON, CSV or RSS.

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