CVE-2022-3989: Motors - Car Dealer, Classifieds & Listing < 1.4.4 - Arbitrary File Upload
First published: Mon Dec 12 2022(Updated: )
The Motors WordPress plugin before 1.4.4 does not properly validate uploaded files for dangerous file types (such as .php) in an AJAX action, allowing an attacker to sign up on a victim's WordPress instance, upload a malicious PHP file and attempt to launch a brute-force attack to discover the uploaded payload.
Credit: contact@wpscan.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Stylemixthemes Motors - Car Dealer\, Classifieds \& Listing | <1.4.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-3989?
The severity of CVE-2022-3989 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.
How does CVE-2022-3989 affect the Motors WordPress plugin?
CVE-2022-3989 affects the Motors WordPress plugin before version 1.4.4.
What is the issue in CVE-2022-3989?
The issue in CVE-2022-3989 is that the Motors WordPress plugin does not properly validate uploaded files for dangerous file types, allowing an attacker to upload a malicious PHP file.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2022-3989?
An attacker can sign up on a victim's WordPress instance, upload a malicious PHP file, and attempt to launch a brute-force attack to discover the uploaded file's path.
How can I fix CVE-2022-3989?
To fix CVE-2022-3989, update the Motors WordPress plugin to version 1.4.4 or later.
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