CVE-2020-36847
CRITICALSimple File List < 4.2.3 - Remote Code Execution
CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
89.3%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
poc
SSVC status
Description
The Simple-File-List Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions up to, and including, 4.2.2 via the rename function which can be used to rename uploaded PHP code with a png extension to use a php extension. This allows unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- 3.1
- Published
- 7/12/2025
- Last Modified
- 7/29/2025
- Exploit-DB
- EDB-52371
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-36847?
The Simple-File-List Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions up to, and including, 4.2.2 via the rename function which can be used to rename uploaded PHP code with a png extension to use a php extension. This allows unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.
Is CVE-2020-36847 actively exploited?
A proof-of-concept exploit exists for CVE-2020-36847, but active exploitation has not been confirmed at this time.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-36847?
CVE-2020-36847 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string 3.1.
Is CVE-2020-36847 affecting your environment?
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