CVE-2024-6756: Social Auto Poster <= 5.3.14 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Arbitrary File Upload

Published Jul 24, 2024
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Updated

The Social Auto Poster plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'wpwautopostergetimagepath' function in all versions up to, and including, 5.3.14. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level and above permissions, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. An attacker can use CVE-2024-6754 to exploit with subscriber-level access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wpwebinfotech Social Auto Poster Wordpress<5.3.15

Event History

Jul 24, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:33 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:33 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-6756?

CVE-2024-6756 is considered to be of high severity due to the potential for arbitrary file uploads.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-6756?

To fix CVE-2024-6756, update the Social Auto Poster plugin to version 5.3.15 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-6756?

Authenticated users with Contributor or higher roles on WordPress websites using version 5.3.14 or earlier of the Social Auto Poster plugin are affected.

4

What is the cause of CVE-2024-6756?

CVE-2024-6756 is caused by missing file type validation in the 'wpw_auto_poster_get_image_path' function.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2024-6756?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-6756 to upload arbitrary files, potentially compromising the security of the WordPress site.

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