CVE-2024-12267

MEDIUM
Published Jan 31, 2025 Modified Aug 11, 2025 CWE-73

Description

The Drag and Drop Multiple File Upload – Contact Form 7 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to limited arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the dnd_codedropz_upload_delete() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.8.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete limited arbitrary files on the server. It is not possible to delete files like wp-config.php that would make RCE possible.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

5.3
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-73 CWE-73

Affected Products

Vendor Product
codedropz drag_and_drop_multiple_file_upload_-_contact_form_7

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-12267? +
The Drag and Drop Multiple File Upload – Contact Form 7 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to limited arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the dnd_codedropz_upload_delete() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.8.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete limited arbitrary files on the server. It is not possible to delete files like wp-config.php that would make RCE possible. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2024-12267? +
CVE-2024-12267 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 5.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-12267? +
CVE-2024-12267 affects products from codedropz, specifically: drag_and_drop_multiple_file_upload_-_contact_form_7. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-12267? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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