CVE-2024-13409: Post Grid, Slider & Carousel Ultimate – with Shortcode, Gutenberg Block & Elementor Widget <= 1.6.10 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Local File Inclusion via post_type_ajax_handler()
First published: Fri Jan 24 2025(Updated: )
The Post Grid, Slider & Carousel Ultimate – with Shortcode, Gutenberg Block & Elementor Widget plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.10 via the 'theme' parameter of the post_type_ajax_handler() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wpwax Post Grid\, Slider \& Carousel Ultimate | <1.7 | |
| Post Grid, Slider & Carousel Ultimate | <=1.6.10 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/38672a45-b7a7-445f-9e77-7050df6920fa?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/post-grid-carousel-ultimate/tags/1.6.10/includes/classes/ajax.php
- https://ja.wordpress.org/plugins/post-grid-carousel-ultimate/
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3227281/post-grid-carousel-ultimate/tags/1.7/includes/classes/ajax.php
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13409?
CVE-2024-13409 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for local file inclusion vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13409?
To fix CVE-2024-13409, update the Post Grid, Slider & Carousel Ultimate plugin to version 1.6.11 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-13409?
CVE-2024-13409 affects all versions of the plugin up to and including version 1.6.10.
How does CVE-2024-13409 impact my WordPress site?
CVE-2024-13409 can allow attackers to include arbitrary files from the filesystem, potentially compromising your WordPress site.
What is the exploit method for CVE-2024-13409?
The local file inclusion vulnerability in CVE-2024-13409 is triggered via the 'theme' parameter in the post_type_ajax_handler() function.
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