What is the severity of CVE-2024-13494?

CVE-2024-13494 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks.

How do I fix CVE-2024-13494?

To fix CVE-2024-13494, update the WordPress File Upload plugin to version 4.25.3 or later.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13494?

CVE-2024-13494 affects all versions of the WordPress File Upload plugin up to and including version 4.25.2.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13494?

CVE-2024-13494 is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.

Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2024-13494?

Yes, unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-13494 due to the lack of proper nonce validation.

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CVE-2024-13494

medium

4.3

CWE

352

25/2/2025

28/2/2025

CVE-2024-13494: WordPress File Upload <= 4.25.2 - Cross-Site Request Forgery in wfu_file_details

First published: Tue Feb 25 2025(Updated: )

The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 4.25.2. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the 'wfu_file_details' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify user data details associated with uploaded files via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

Credit: security@wordfence.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Iptanus WordPress File Upload	<4.25.3
Iptanus WordPress File Upload	<=4.25.2

Remedy

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3241028/wp-file-upload

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13494?
CVE-2024-13494 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13494?
To fix CVE-2024-13494, update the WordPress File Upload plugin to version 4.25.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-13494?
CVE-2024-13494 affects all versions of the WordPress File Upload plugin up to and including version 4.25.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13494?
CVE-2024-13494 is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2024-13494?
Yes, unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-13494 due to the lack of proper nonce validation.

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