CVE-2024-7772: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in artbees Jupiter X Core
The Jupiter X Core plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a mishandled file type validation in the 'validate' function in all versions up to, and including, 4.6.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Jupiter X Core plugin for WordPress suffers from an unrestricted file upload vulnerability (CWE-434) due to inadequate validation of file types in its 'validate' function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling remote code execution on the server hosting the affected plugin versions up to 4.6.5. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, reflecting its critical nature with network attack vector, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. This can result in full system compromise or unauthorized control over the WordPress site.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, it is recommended to restrict file upload permissions, disable or limit the use of the vulnerable plugin, and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads.
CVE-2024-7772: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in artbees Jupiter X Core
Description
The Jupiter X Core plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a mishandled file type validation in the 'validate' function in all versions up to, and including, 4.6.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
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Technical Analysis
The Jupiter X Core plugin for WordPress suffers from an unrestricted file upload vulnerability (CWE-434) due to inadequate validation of file types in its 'validate' function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling remote code execution on the server hosting the affected plugin versions up to 4.6.5. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, reflecting its critical nature with network attack vector, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, which may lead to remote code execution, compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. This can result in full system compromise or unauthorized control over the WordPress site.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, it is recommended to restrict file upload permissions, disable or limit the use of the vulnerable plugin, and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-08-13T19:43:55.202Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6c1eb7ef31ef0b56024b
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:39:42 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 3:07:03 PM
Last updated: 4/11/2026, 11:26:45 PM
Views: 18
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