CVE-2024-37424: WordPress Newspack Blocks plugin <= 3.0.8 - Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability
Published Jul 9, 2024
·Updated
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Automattic Newspack Blocks allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.This issue affects Newspack Blocks: from n/a through 3.0.8.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Automattic Newspack Blocks<=3.0.8
WordPress Newspack Blocks<=3.0.8
Remediation
Information
Update to 3.0.9 or a higher version.
Event History
Jul 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:21 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:21 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-37424?
CVE-2024-37424 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation for unauthorized access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-37424?
To fix CVE-2024-37424, update the Automattic Newspack Blocks plugin to version 3.0.9 or later.
3
What does CVE-2024-37424 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2024-37424 allows an attacker to upload a web shell to the web server, which can lead to full control over the server.
4
Which versions of Newspack Blocks are affected by CVE-2024-37424?
CVE-2024-37424 affects Newspack Blocks from versions n/a through 3.0.8.
5
Who is impacted by CVE-2024-37424?
Users of Automattic Newspack Blocks and WordPress Newspack Blocks versions up to 3.0.8 are impacted by CVE-2024-37424.