CVE-2024-9047: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in nickboss Iptanus File Upload
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.11 via wfu_file_downloader.php. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read or delete files outside of the originally intended directory. Successful exploitation requires the targeted WordPress installation to be using PHP 7.4 or earlier.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The nickboss Iptanus File Upload plugin for WordPress contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the wfu_file_downloader.php component. This flaw permits unauthenticated remote attackers to access or delete arbitrary files outside the designated upload directory. The issue affects all plugin versions up to and including 4.24.11 and requires the underlying WordPress installation to be running PHP 7.4 or earlier for successful exploitation. The vulnerability is publicly known and assigned CVE-2024-9047 with a critical CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure and deletion of arbitrary files on the affected server, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. Since no authentication is required, any remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability if the environment meets the PHP version condition. This poses a severe risk to the affected WordPress sites.
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 upgrade PHP to a version later than 7.4 if possible, or disable the vulnerable plugin. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
CVE-2024-9047: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in nickboss Iptanus File Upload
Description
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.11 via wfu_file_downloader.php. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read or delete files outside of the originally intended directory. Successful exploitation requires the targeted WordPress installation to be using PHP 7.4 or earlier.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The nickboss Iptanus File Upload plugin for WordPress contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the wfu_file_downloader.php component. This flaw permits unauthenticated remote attackers to access or delete arbitrary files outside the designated upload directory. The issue affects all plugin versions up to and including 4.24.11 and requires the underlying WordPress installation to be running PHP 7.4 or earlier for successful exploitation. The vulnerability is publicly known and assigned CVE-2024-9047 with a critical CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure and deletion of arbitrary files on the affected server, compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. Since no authentication is required, any remote attacker can exploit this vulnerability if the environment meets the PHP version condition. This poses a severe risk to the affected WordPress sites.
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 upgrade PHP to a version later than 7.4 if possible, or disable the vulnerable plugin. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-09-20T15:32:55.397Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b3cb7ef31ef0b54fa5a
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:35:56 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 3:21:58 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 2:41:01 PM
Views: 13
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