CVE-2024-13451: Contact Form by Bit Form <= 2.17.5 - Unauthenticated Sensitive Information Exposure
The Contact Form by Bit Form: Multi Step Form, Calculation Contact Form, Payment Contact Form & Custom Contact Form builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.17.4 via file uploads due to insufficient directory listing prevention and lack of randomization of file names. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data including files uploaded via a form. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 2.17.5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13451?
CVE-2024-13451 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to sensitive information exposure.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13451?
To fix CVE-2024-13451, update the Contact Form by Bit Form plugin to version 2.17.5 or later.
What versions of the Contact Form by Bit Form are affected by CVE-2024-13451?
CVE-2024-13451 affects all versions of the Contact Form by Bit Form plugin up to and including 2.17.4.
What type of information is exposed by CVE-2024-13451?
CVE-2024-13451 may expose sensitive information through improperly handled file uploads.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-13451 before updating?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2024-13451 is to disable file uploads in the plugin settings until the plugin is updated.