CVE-2024-10629: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in axelkeller GPX Viewer
The GPX Viewer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file creation due to a missing capability check and file type validation in the gpxv_file_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to create arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-10629 is a missing authorization vulnerability (CWE-862) in the GPX Viewer WordPress plugin (up to version 2.2.9). The vulnerability exists in the gpxv_file_upload() function, which lacks proper capability checks and file type validation. This allows authenticated users with subscriber-level privileges or higher to upload arbitrary files to the server. Such unauthorized file creation could lead to remote code execution if exploited. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been published by the vendor as of the data provided.
Potential Impact
Authenticated attackers with subscriber-level access or higher can create arbitrary files on the affected server. This unauthorized file creation can lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability poses a high risk due to the potential for significant system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict user roles and permissions to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the GPX Viewer plugin if not essential. Monitor for updates from the vendor regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2024-10629: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in axelkeller GPX Viewer
Description
The GPX Viewer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file creation due to a missing capability check and file type validation in the gpxv_file_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to create arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-10629 is a missing authorization vulnerability (CWE-862) in the GPX Viewer WordPress plugin (up to version 2.2.9). The vulnerability exists in the gpxv_file_upload() function, which lacks proper capability checks and file type validation. This allows authenticated users with subscriber-level privileges or higher to upload arbitrary files to the server. Such unauthorized file creation could lead to remote code execution if exploited. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been published by the vendor as of the data provided.
Potential Impact
Authenticated attackers with subscriber-level access or higher can create arbitrary files on the affected server. This unauthorized file creation can lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The vulnerability poses a high risk due to the potential for significant system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict user roles and permissions to trusted users only and consider disabling or removing the GPX Viewer plugin if not essential. Monitor for updates from the vendor regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-10-31T16:53:11.795Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6df9b7ef31ef0b5919b2
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:47:37 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 5:49:27 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 5:13:33 PM
Views: 27
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