CVE-2024-5084: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in hashthemes Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder
The Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'file_upload_action' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.0. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-5084 is a critical vulnerability in the Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder WordPress plugin caused by the absence of file type validation in the 'file_upload_action' function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 1.1.0. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H), reflecting its critical impact and ease of exploitation. No patch or remediation details are currently available from the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server, which may lead to remote code execution, full compromise of the affected WordPress site, and potential further attacks on the hosting environment. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability with high severity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the plugin's upload functionality if possible, and consider disabling or removing the plugin to mitigate risk. Monitor for updates from the vendor and apply patches promptly once available.
CVE-2024-5084: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in hashthemes Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder
Description
The Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'file_upload_action' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.0. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload 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-2024-5084 is a critical vulnerability in the Hash Form – Drag & Drop Form Builder WordPress plugin caused by the absence of file type validation in the 'file_upload_action' function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 1.1.0. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8 (AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H), reflecting its critical impact and ease of exploitation. No patch or remediation details are currently available from the vendor.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server, which may lead to remote code execution, full compromise of the affected WordPress site, and potential further attacks on the hosting environment. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability with high severity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the plugin's upload functionality if possible, and consider disabling or removing the plugin to mitigate risk. Monitor for updates from the vendor and apply patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-05-17T20:45:01.675Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6bdcb7ef31ef0b55b873
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:38:36 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 7:52:07 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 11:48:23 AM
Views: 12
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