Frontend File Manager Vulnerabilities
The Frontend File Manager WordPress plugin has 2 known security vulnerabilities, including 1 critical. The most recent was disclosed on September 6, 2022. Check whether your site runs an affected version below.
View Frontend File Manager on WordPress.orgSummary
Latest vulnerability disclosed on September 6, 2022.
Recommendation
WPSentry recommends extreme caution
Only run Frontend File Manager if it is updated to the latest patched release. This plugin has a history of 1 critical, potentially exploitable vulnerability. If you already use it, update immediately — or consider a safer alternative.
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Known Frontend File Manager vulnerabilities
- high
Frontend File Manager <= 21.3 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Plugin Settings Update
Affected versions: <=21.3Disclosed September 6, 2022 - critical
Frontend File Manager <= 3.7 - Arbitrary File Upload
Affected versions: <=3.7Disclosed June 10, 2015
How to stay protected
Update promptly
Keep Frontend File Manager on its latest release — most vulnerabilities are fixed in newer versions.
Scan regularly
Run an external scan after every update to catch outdated or vulnerable software early.
Monitor continuously
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