CVE-2024-9047
CVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
93.3 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-10-05
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.11 via wfu_file_downloader.php. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read or delete files outside of the originally intended directory. Successful exploitation requires the targeted WordPress installation to be using PHP 7.4 or earlier.
Technical details
- Published
- 2024-10-12
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2024-9047?
The WordPress File Upload plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 4.24.11 via wfu_file_downloader.php. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read or delete files outside of the originally intended directory. Successful exploitation requires the targeted WordPress installation to be using PHP 7.4 or earlier.
Is CVE-2024-9047 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2024-9047 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 93.3% on 2026-10-05, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-9047?
CVE-2024-9047 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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