CVE-2020-10564: Path Traversal

Published Mar 13, 2020
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Updated

An issue was discovered in the File Upload plugin before 4.13.0 for WordPress. A directory traversal can lead to remote code execution by uploading a crafted txt file into the lib directory, because of a wfuincludelib call.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Iptanus Wordpress File Upload Wordpress<4.13.0

Event History

Mar 13, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:07 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-10564?

CVE-2020-10564 is a vulnerability in the File Upload plugin before 4.13.0 for WordPress that allows directory traversal and can lead to remote code execution.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-10564?

CVE-2020-10564 has a severity rating of 9.8 (Critical).

3

How does CVE-2020-10564 affect WordPress File Upload plugin?

CVE-2020-10564 affects the File Upload plugin before version 4.13.0 for WordPress.

4

How can CVE-2020-10564 be exploited?

CVE-2020-10564 can be exploited by uploading a crafted txt file into the lib directory, using a directory traversal technique.

5

How can I fix CVE-2020-10564?

To fix CVE-2020-10564, update the File Upload plugin to version 4.13.0 or later.

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