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CVE-2024-8507: CWE-352 Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in File Manager File Manager Pro

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VulnerabilityCVE-2024-8507cvecve-2024-8507cwe-352
Published: Wed Oct 16 2024 (10/16/2024, 06:43:44 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: File Manager
Product: File Manager Pro

Description

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.9. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the 'mk_file_folder_manager' ajax action. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

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AILast updated: 04/09/2026, 08:27:38 UTC

Technical Analysis

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress contains a CSRF vulnerability (CWE-352) due to improper nonce validation on the 'mk_file_folder_manager' AJAX action. This allows attackers to craft forged requests that, if executed by an authenticated administrator, can result in arbitrary file uploads. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 8.3.9 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, user interaction needed, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix details are currently available from the vendor or advisory sources.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation can lead to arbitrary file uploads by unauthenticated attackers, potentially compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected WordPress site. This could enable further attacks such as remote code execution or site defacement if malicious files are uploaded and executed.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, administrators should avoid clicking on suspicious links and consider restricting access to the File Manager Pro plugin or disabling it temporarily. Monitoring for unusual file uploads and applying web application firewall (WAF) rules to block suspicious AJAX requests may provide some protection.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.1
Assigner Short Name
Wordfence
Date Reserved
2024-09-05T23:44:14.049Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 699f6c2ab7ef31ef0b560b20

Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:39:54 PM

Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:27:38 AM

Last updated: 4/12/2026, 7:18:01 AM

Views: 20

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