WordPress File Upload Vulnerabilities
The WordPress File Upload WordPress plugin has 3 known security vulnerabilities, including 1 critical. The most recent was disclosed on November 14, 2023. Check whether your site runs an affected version below.
View WordPress File Upload on WordPress.orgSummary
Latest vulnerability disclosed on November 14, 2023.
Recommendation
WPSentry recommends extreme caution
Only run WordPress File Upload 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 WordPress File Upload vulnerabilities
- medium
Wordpress File Upload 4.24.0 - Cross-Site Request Forgery
Affected versions: <=4.24.0Disclosed November 14, 2023 - medium
WordPress File Upload <= 4.16.3 - Cross-Site Scripting
Affected versions: <=4.16.3Disclosed May 15, 2022 - critical
WordPress File Upload < 3.9.0 - Arbitrary File Upload
Affected versions: <3.9.0Disclosed June 23, 2016
How to stay protected
Update promptly
Keep WordPress File Upload on its latest release — most vulnerabilities are fixed in newer versions.
Scan regularly
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Monitor continuously
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