CVE-2021-4457: ZoomSounds < 6.05 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload
Published Jun 25, 2025
·Updated
The ZoomSounds plugin before 6.05 contains a PHP file allowing unauthenticated users to upload an arbitrary file anywhere on the web server.
Affected Software
2 affected components
ZoomSounds ZoomSounds<6.05
Digitalzoomstudio Zoomsounds Wordpress<6.05
Event History
Jun 25, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:45 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-4457?
CVE-2021-4457 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the ability for unauthenticated users to upload arbitrary files to the web server.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-4457?
To fix CVE-2021-4457, you should update the ZoomSounds plugin to version 6.05 or later.
3
What type of systems are affected by CVE-2021-4457?
CVE-2021-4457 affects websites using the ZoomSounds plugin version prior to 6.05.
4
What does CVE-2021-4457 exploit?
CVE-2021-4457 exploits a flaw in the ZoomSounds plugin that allows file uploads without authentication.
5
Can CVE-2021-4457 lead to a complete server compromise?
Yes, CVE-2021-4457 can potentially lead to a complete server compromise due to unrestricted file uploads.