CVE-2024-11613: CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') in nickboss Iptanus File Upload
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution, Arbitrary File Read, and Arbitrary File Deletion in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.15 via the 'wfu_file_downloader.php' file. This is due to lack of proper sanitization of the 'source' parameter and allowing a user-defined directory path. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-11613 is a critical vulnerability in the nickboss WordPress File Upload plugin (Iptanus File Upload) affecting all versions up to 4.24.15. The issue stems from insufficient sanitization of the 'source' parameter in 'wfu_file_downloader.php', which permits unauthenticated attackers to control directory paths. This flaw enables remote code execution, arbitrary file reading, and deletion on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability is categorized as CWE-94, indicating improper control over code generation. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix is currently documented, and the plugin is not a cloud service, so remediation depends on vendor updates or user action.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, read arbitrary files, and delete files on the server running the vulnerable plugin. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Given the critical CVSS score of 9.8, the impact is severe and could lead to full system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or fix is currently documented, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, consider disabling or removing the vulnerable plugin to prevent exploitation. Avoid exposing the affected functionality to untrusted users.
CVE-2024-11613: CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') in nickboss Iptanus File Upload
Description
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution, Arbitrary File Read, and Arbitrary File Deletion in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.15 via the 'wfu_file_downloader.php' file. This is due to lack of proper sanitization of the 'source' parameter and allowing a user-defined directory path. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-11613 is a critical vulnerability in the nickboss WordPress File Upload plugin (Iptanus File Upload) affecting all versions up to 4.24.15. The issue stems from insufficient sanitization of the 'source' parameter in 'wfu_file_downloader.php', which permits unauthenticated attackers to control directory paths. This flaw enables remote code execution, arbitrary file reading, and deletion on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability is categorized as CWE-94, indicating improper control over code generation. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix is currently documented, and the plugin is not a cloud service, so remediation depends on vendor updates or user action.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, read arbitrary files, and delete files on the server running the vulnerable plugin. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Given the critical CVSS score of 9.8, the impact is severe and could lead to full system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or fix is currently documented, users should monitor vendor communications for updates. Until a fix is available, consider disabling or removing the vulnerable plugin to prevent exploitation. Avoid exposing the affected functionality to untrusted users.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-11-21T20:56:11.357Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6e18b7ef31ef0b595145
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:48:08 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 7:14:11 PM
Last updated: 4/11/2026, 11:42:10 AM
Views: 24
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