Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Uploads Vulnerability in GutenKit Page Builder
CVE-2024-9234
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Wordpress
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 11 October 2024
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Summary
The GutenKit plugin designed for the Gutenberg Block Editor in WordPress has a vulnerability that permits arbitrary file uploads due to a lack of proper capability checks in the install_and_activate_plugin_from_external() function of the install-active-plugin REST API endpoint. This weakness impacts all versions of the plugin prior to 2.1.1, enabling unauthenticated attackers to potentially install and activate malicious plugins or upload files that masquerade as legitimate plugins. This poses a major risk for WordPress installations utilizing the GutenKit plugin, underscoring the critical need for immediate updates and robust security practices.
Affected Version(s)
GutenKit β Page Builder Blocks, Patterns, and Templates for Gutenberg Block Editor * <= 2.1.0
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
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Public PoC available
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Exploit known to exist
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved