CVE-2024-13498
CVSS 3.1 Score 5.3 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Mar 12, 2025
CWE ID 200
Summary
CVE-2024-13498 is a vulnerability affecting the NEX-Forms plugin for WordPress. In versions up to 8.8.1, the plugin fails to adequately prevent directory listing and does not randomize file names during uploads. This oversight enables unauthenticated attackers to gain access to sensitive data, including files uploaded via forms, through file upload attacks. This vulnerability poses a significant risk for WordPress websites using the NEX-Forms plugin and should be addressed promptly by updating to a patched version.
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