What is the severity of CVE-2024-27954?

CVE-2024-27954 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file downloads and server-side request forgery.

How do I fix CVE-2024-27954?

To fix CVE-2024-27954, update WP Automatic to version 3.92.1 or later immediately.

What versions of WP Automatic are affected by CVE-2024-27954?

CVE-2024-27954 affects all versions of WP Automatic from n/a through 3.92.0.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27954?

CVE-2024-27954 is a Path Traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to files on the server.

Can CVE-2024-27954 lead to data breaches?

Yes, if exploited, CVE-2024-27954 can potentially lead to significant data breaches due to its server-side request forgery capabilities.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-27954

critical

9.3

CWE

17/5/2024

2/8/2024

CVE-2024-27954: WordPress Automatic plugin <= 3.92.0 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Download and SSRF vulnerability

First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in WP Automatic Automatic allows Path Traversal, Server Side Request Forgery.This issue affects Automatic: from n/a through 3.92.0.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
WP Automatic	<=3.92.0
wp_automatic_widget	<=3.92.0

Remedy

Update to 3.92.1 or a higher version.

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/wp-automatic/wordpress-automatic-plugin-3-92-0-unauthenticated-arbitrary-file-download-and-ssrf-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27954?
CVE-2024-27954 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file downloads and server-side request forgery.
How do I fix CVE-2024-27954?
To fix CVE-2024-27954, update WP Automatic to version 3.92.1 or later immediately.
What versions of WP Automatic are affected by CVE-2024-27954?
CVE-2024-27954 affects all versions of WP Automatic from n/a through 3.92.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27954?
CVE-2024-27954 is a Path Traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to files on the server.
Can CVE-2024-27954 lead to data breaches?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2024-27954 can potentially lead to significant data breaches due to its server-side request forgery capabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-27954?
CVE-2024-27954 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file downloads and server-side request forgery.
How do I fix CVE-2024-27954?
To fix CVE-2024-27954, update WP Automatic to version 3.92.1 or later immediately.
What versions of WP Automatic are affected by CVE-2024-27954?
CVE-2024-27954 affects all versions of WP Automatic from n/a through 3.92.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-27954?
CVE-2024-27954 is a Path Traversal vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to files on the server.
Can CVE-2024-27954 lead to data breaches?
Yes, if exploited, CVE-2024-27954 can potentially lead to significant data breaches due to its server-side request forgery capabilities.