CVE-2024-7620: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in beaverbuilder Customizer Export/Import
The Customizer Export/Import plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the '_import' function in all versions up to, and including, 0.9.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. NOTE: This vulnerability is only exploitable when used in conjunction with a race condition as the uploaded file is deleted shortly after it is created.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-7620 is a vulnerability in the Beaverbuilder Customizer Export/Import WordPress plugin (up to version 0.9.7) caused by the lack of file type validation in the '_import' function. Authenticated users with administrator privileges can upload arbitrary files to the server. However, exploitation depends on a race condition since the uploaded file is removed shortly after upload. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type) and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.6, indicating a medium severity level.
Potential Impact
An attacker with administrator-level access can upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially enabling remote code execution. The requirement of a race condition and administrator privileges limits the exploitability. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or fix is currently available for this vulnerability. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is released, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads in the plugin. Consider disabling or removing the Customizer Export/Import plugin if not essential.
CVE-2024-7620: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in beaverbuilder Customizer Export/Import
Description
The Customizer Export/Import plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the '_import' function in all versions up to, and including, 0.9.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. NOTE: This vulnerability is only exploitable when used in conjunction with a race condition as the uploaded file is deleted shortly after it is created.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-7620 is a vulnerability in the Beaverbuilder Customizer Export/Import WordPress plugin (up to version 0.9.7) caused by the lack of file type validation in the '_import' function. Authenticated users with administrator privileges can upload arbitrary files to the server. However, exploitation depends on a race condition since the uploaded file is removed shortly after upload. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type) and has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.6, indicating a medium severity level.
Potential Impact
An attacker with administrator-level access can upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially enabling remote code execution. The requirement of a race condition and administrator privileges limits the exploitability. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or fix is currently available for this vulnerability. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is released, restrict administrator access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads in the plugin. Consider disabling or removing the Customizer Export/Import plugin if not essential.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-08-08T16:57:49.287Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6c1cb7ef31ef0b560021
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:39:40 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 3:05:52 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 1:14:15 AM
Views: 14
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