CVE-2024-9659: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in dasinfomedia School Management System for Wordpress
The School Management System for Wordpress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the mj_smgt_user_avatar_image_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 91.5.0. 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
CVE-2024-9659 is a critical vulnerability in the dasinfomedia School Management System for WordPress plugin caused by improper validation of uploaded files in the mj_smgt_user_avatar_image_upload() function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling remote code execution on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 91.5.0. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the affected WordPress site, which may lead to remote code execution. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Given the critical CVSS score of 9.8, the impact is severe and could result in full system compromise.
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 disable or restrict the vulnerable file upload functionality if possible, and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads. Avoid using the affected plugin versions in production environments where possible.
CVE-2024-9659: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in dasinfomedia School Management System for Wordpress
Description
The School Management System for Wordpress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the mj_smgt_user_avatar_image_upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 91.5.0. 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-Powered Analysis
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-9659 is a critical vulnerability in the dasinfomedia School Management System for WordPress plugin caused by improper validation of uploaded files in the mj_smgt_user_avatar_image_upload() function. This allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially enabling remote code execution on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 91.5.0. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the affected WordPress site, which may lead to remote code execution. This compromises the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. Given the critical CVSS score of 9.8, the impact is severe and could result in full system compromise.
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 disable or restrict the vulnerable file upload functionality if possible, and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads. Avoid using the affected plugin versions in production environments where possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-10-08T20:11:46.973Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b56b7ef31ef0b553137
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:36:22 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:46:06 AM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 12:24:10 PM
Views: 13
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