CVE-2024-10801: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in vanquish WordPress User Extra Fields
The WordPress User Extra Fields plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ajax_manage_file_chunk_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 16.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. User registration must be enabled for this to be exploited.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-10801 is a critical vulnerability in the WordPress User Extra Fields plugin caused by the lack of file type validation in the ajax_manage_file_chunk_upload() function. This flaw permits unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server if user registration is enabled, potentially enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 16.5. No patch or official fix information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution on the affected server. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, as indicated by the CVSS score of 9.8 (critical). The vulnerability requires user registration to be enabled, which is a prerequisite for exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, consider disabling user registration on the affected WordPress site to prevent exploitation. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply any released patches promptly.
CVE-2024-10801: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in vanquish WordPress User Extra Fields
Description
The WordPress User Extra Fields plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ajax_manage_file_chunk_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 16.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. User registration must be enabled for this to be exploited.
AI-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-10801 is a critical vulnerability in the WordPress User Extra Fields plugin caused by the lack of file type validation in the ajax_manage_file_chunk_upload() function. This flaw permits unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server if user registration is enabled, potentially enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 16.5. No patch or official fix information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution on the affected server. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system, as indicated by the CVSS score of 9.8 (critical). The vulnerability requires user registration to be enabled, which is a prerequisite for exploitation.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, consider disabling user registration on the affected WordPress site to prevent exploitation. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply any released patches promptly.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-11-04T16:30:03.828Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6dfeb7ef31ef0b592695
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:47:42 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 12:05:17 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 8:31:15 AM
Views: 25
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