CVE-2015-9338: Malicious File Upload

Published Aug 22, 2019
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Updated

The wp-file-upload plugin before 2.5.0 for WordPress has insufficient restrictions on upload of .php files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Iptanus Wordpress File Upload Wordpress<2.5.0

Event History

Aug 22, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:03 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for the wp-file-upload plugin?

The vulnerability ID for the wp-file-upload plugin is CVE-2015-9338.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2015-9338?

CVE-2015-9338 has a severity value of 7.5 (high).

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2015-9338?

The affected software for CVE-2015-9338 is the wp-file-upload plugin before version 2.5.0 for WordPress.

4

What is the description of CVE-2015-9338?

CVE-2015-9338 is a vulnerability in the wp-file-upload plugin that allows insufficient restrictions on the upload of .php files.

5

How can I fix CVE-2015-9338?

To fix CVE-2015-9338, update the wp-file-upload plugin to version 2.5.0 or later.

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