CVE-2024-9307: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in themelooks mFolio Lite
The mFolio Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to file uploads due to a missing capability check in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses the SVG file or upload arbitrary EXE files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible if the attacker can also gain access to run the .exe file, or trick a site visitor into downloading and running the .exe file.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-9307 is a critical file upload vulnerability in the themelooks mFolio Lite WordPress plugin (up to version 1.2.1) caused by missing capability checks. Authenticated users with Author-level privileges can upload arbitrary files, including SVG scripts and executable files, potentially leading to remote code execution or malicious file distribution. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type). No official patch or remediation link is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with Author-level access to upload and execute arbitrary web scripts or executable files on the affected server. This can result in full compromise of the web server, data theft, defacement, or further attacks against site visitors. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as reflected by the CVSS 9.9 score.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict Author-level user permissions where possible and monitor for suspicious file uploads. Consider disabling or removing the mFolio Lite plugin if it is not essential. Implement additional file upload restrictions or scanning at the web server or application firewall level to block dangerous file types.
CVE-2024-9307: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in themelooks mFolio Lite
Description
The mFolio Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to file uploads due to a missing capability check in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses the SVG file or upload arbitrary EXE files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible if the attacker can also gain access to run the .exe file, or trick a site visitor into downloading and running the .exe file.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-9307 is a critical file upload vulnerability in the themelooks mFolio Lite WordPress plugin (up to version 1.2.1) caused by missing capability checks. Authenticated users with Author-level privileges can upload arbitrary files, including SVG scripts and executable files, potentially leading to remote code execution or malicious file distribution. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-434 (Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type). No official patch or remediation link is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows attackers with Author-level access to upload and execute arbitrary web scripts or executable files on the affected server. This can result in full compromise of the web server, data theft, defacement, or further attacks against site visitors. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability, as reflected by the CVSS 9.9 score.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict Author-level user permissions where possible and monitor for suspicious file uploads. Consider disabling or removing the mFolio Lite plugin if it is not essential. Implement additional file upload restrictions or scanning at the web server or application firewall level to block dangerous file types.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-09-27T21:11:27.495Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b49b7ef31ef0b550e3c
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:36:09 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 3:27:26 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 10:35:16 AM
Views: 17
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