8.8
CWE
434
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-4354: Malicious File Upload

First published: Wed Jun 07 2023(Updated: )

The PWA for WP & AMP for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the pwaforwp_splashscreen_uploader function in versions up to, and including, 1.7.32. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible.

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Magazine3 Pwa For Wp & Amp<1.7.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-4354?

    CVE-2021-4354 is the identification number for a vulnerability found in the PWA for WP & AMP for WordPress plugin.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-4354?

    The severity of CVE-2021-4354 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

  • What is the affected software of CVE-2021-4354?

    The affected software is the PWA for WP & AMP for WordPress plugin up to and including version 1.7.32.

  • What is the vulnerability in CVE-2021-4354?

    The vulnerability in CVE-2021-4354 is arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the pwaforwp_splashscreen_uploader function.

  • How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-4354?

    Authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2021-4354 by uploading arbitrary files on the affected websites.

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