CVE-2024-9461: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in boldgrid Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid
The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.16.6 via the cron_interval parameter. This is due to missing input validation and sanitization. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to execute code on the server.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Total Upkeep WordPress plugin by BoldGrid suffers from an OS Command Injection vulnerability (CWE-78) in the cron_interval parameter. This flaw arises from missing input validation and sanitization, enabling authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands on the server remotely. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 1.16.6. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.2, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
An authenticated attacker with Administrator-level access can execute arbitrary OS commands on the server hosting the WordPress plugin. This can lead to full compromise of the server, including data theft, data loss, and service disruption. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Administrator-level access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin. Avoid exposing the WordPress admin interface to untrusted networks.
CVE-2024-9461: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in boldgrid Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid
Description
The Total Upkeep – WordPress Backup Plugin plus Restore & Migrate by BoldGrid plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.16.6 via the cron_interval parameter. This is due to missing input validation and sanitization. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to execute code on the server.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Total Upkeep WordPress plugin by BoldGrid suffers from an OS Command Injection vulnerability (CWE-78) in the cron_interval parameter. This flaw arises from missing input validation and sanitization, enabling authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary commands on the server remotely. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 1.16.6. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.2, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
An authenticated attacker with Administrator-level access can execute arbitrary OS commands on the server hosting the WordPress plugin. This can lead to full compromise of the server, including data theft, data loss, and service disruption. The vulnerability impacts confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Administrator-level access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the plugin. Avoid exposing the WordPress admin interface to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-10-03T08:06:58.564Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b4fb7ef31ef0b551476
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:36:15 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 3:30:45 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 10:35:30 AM
Views: 9
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