CVE-2020-35489: Malicious File Upload
First published: Thu Dec 17 2020(Updated: )
The contact-form-7 (aka Contact Form 7) plugin before 5.3.2 for WordPress allows Unrestricted File Upload and remote code execution because a filename may contain special characters.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Rocklobster Contact Form 7 | <5.3.2 |
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Reference Links
- https://contactform7.com/2020/12/17/contact-form-7-532/
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/contact-form-7/#developers
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/10508
- https://www.getastra.com/blog/911/plugin-exploit/contact-form-7-unrestricted-file-upload/
- https://www.jinsonvarghese.com/unrestricted-file-upload-in-contact-form-7/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-35489?
The severity of CVE-2020-35489 is critical.
What is CVE-2020-35489?
CVE-2020-35489 refers to a vulnerability in the contact-form-7 plugin for WordPress that allows unrestricted file upload and remote code execution.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-35489?
The contact-form-7 plugin before version 5.3.2 for WordPress is affected by CVE-2020-35489.
How can I fix CVE-2020-35489?
To fix CVE-2020-35489, you should update the contact-form-7 plugin to version 5.3.2 or later.
What is CWE-434?
CWE-434 refers to a vulnerability that allows an attacker to upload malicious files or overwrite existing files on a target system.
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