PDF File Browser <= 1.3 - Remote Code Execution

8.8
Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
CVSS 8.8 (High)
Publicly Published October 24, 2020
Last Updated January 22, 2024
Researcher Sammy Forgit

Description

The PDF File Browser plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions up to, and including, 1.3 via the qqfile parameter. This allows authenticated attackers to execute code on the server.

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Vulnerability Details for PDF File Browser

Software Type Plugin
Software Slug pdw-file-browser (view on wordpress.org)
Patched? No
Remediation No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability's details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization's risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement.
Affected Version
  • <= 1.3

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