CVE-2024-4397: LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin <= 4.2.6.5 - Authenticated (Instructor+) Arbitrary File Upload

Published May 9, 2024
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Updated

The LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'savepostmaterials' function in versions up to, and including, 4.2.6.5. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Instructor-level permissions and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

Affected Software

1 affected component
thimpress Learnpress Wordpress<4.2.6.6

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade wordpress/learnpress to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.2.6.5

Event History

May 9, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:03 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
May 14, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-4397?

CVE-2024-4397 has a high severity due to its potential for arbitrary file uploads.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-4397?

To fix CVE-2024-4397, update the LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin to version 4.2.6.6 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-4397?

CVE-2024-4397 affects users of the LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin versions up to and including 4.2.6.5.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2024-4397 allow?

CVE-2024-4397 allows authenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files due to missing file type validation.

5

In which function is the vulnerability CVE-2024-4397 found?

The vulnerability CVE-2024-4397 is found in the 'save_post_materials' function of the plugin.

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