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CVE-2025-2512: CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type in thomstark File Away

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2025-2512cvecve-2025-2512cwe-434
Published: Wed Mar 19 2025 (03/19/2025, 11:23:30 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: thomstark
Product: File Away

Description

The File Away plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to a missing capability check and missing file type validation in the upload() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.9.0.1. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

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AILast updated: 04/09/2026, 17:14:34 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2025-2512 is a critical vulnerability in the File Away WordPress plugin caused by the absence of capability checks and file type validation in the upload() function. This flaw permits unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server, potentially enabling remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.9.9.0.1. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.8, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been documented, and the plugin is not a cloud service, so remediation depends on vendor updates or user action.

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, potentially allowing full system compromise.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should consider disabling the File Away plugin or restricting file upload capabilities through other means. Monitoring for suspicious file uploads and applying strict web server permissions may reduce risk but do not fully mitigate the vulnerability.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.1
Assigner Short Name
Wordfence
Date Reserved
2025-03-18T23:04:49.949Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 699f6b23b7ef31ef0b54e82f

Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:35:31 PM

Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 5:14:34 PM

Last updated: 4/12/2026, 2:11:35 AM

Views: 27

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