CVE-2024-9932: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in jurredeklijn Wux Blog Editor
The Wux Blog Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the 'wuxbt_insertImageNew' function in versions up to, and including, 3.0.0. 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-2024-9932 is a critical vulnerability in the Wux Blog Editor WordPress plugin caused by CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type. The flaw exists in the 'wuxbt_insertImageNew' function, which fails to properly validate file types before allowing uploads. This enables unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.0.0. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server, which may result in 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 lead to full system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation has been provided by the vendor as of the published date. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, it is recommended to disable or remove the Wux Blog Editor plugin if possible, or restrict file upload capabilities and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads.
CVE-2024-9932: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in jurredeklijn Wux Blog Editor
Description
The Wux Blog Editor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to insufficient file type validation in the 'wuxbt_insertImageNew' function in versions up to, and including, 3.0.0. 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
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-9932 is a critical vulnerability in the Wux Blog Editor WordPress plugin caused by CWE-434: Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type. The flaw exists in the 'wuxbt_insertImageNew' function, which fails to properly validate file types before allowing uploads. This enables unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution on the server hosting the plugin. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.0.0. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting network attack vector, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server, which may result in 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 lead to full system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation has been provided by the vendor as of the published date. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, it is recommended to disable or remove the Wux Blog Editor plugin if possible, or restrict file upload capabilities and monitor for suspicious activity related to file uploads.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-10-14T11:53:40.594Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 697395744623b1157c4bc72e
Added to database: 1/23/2026, 3:36:20 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 8:50:34 AM
Last updated: 5/9/2026, 9:43:09 PM
Views: 231
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