CVE-2024-5598: advanced file — Fix

Description

The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.4 via the 'fma_local_file_system' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data including backups or other sensitive information if the files have been moved to the built-in Trash folder.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

7.5

HIGH

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

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-922 CWE-922

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
advancedfilemanager	advanced_file_manager	< 5.2.5

References

Advisories & Patches

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3107587/ https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3107587/

Other References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/file-manager-advanced/trunk/application/class_fma_connector.php#L13 https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9d4ff5ed-8857-46b8-942b-ac0f47880a95?source=cve https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/file-manager-advanced/trunk/application/class_fma_connector.php#L13 https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/9d4ff5ed-8857-46b8-942b-ac0f47880a95?source=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-5598? +

The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.4 via the 'fma_local_file_system' function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data including backups or other sensitive information if the files have been moved to the built-in Trash folder. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-5598? +

CVE-2024-5598 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.5 out of 10, rated HIGH. This is a high-severity vulnerability that should be prioritized for patching.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-5598? +

CVE-2024-5598 affects products from advancedfilemanager, specifically: advanced_file_manager. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-5598? +

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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