CVE-2023-7061: The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versi

Q: How do I fix CVE-2023-7061?

file manager advanced shortcode: upgrade to newer than 2.5.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2023-7061 being exploited?

CVE-2023-7061 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

Q: What does CVE-2023-7061 affect?

CVE-2023-7061 affects file manager advanced shortcode. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access or above to upload arb

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HIGH 8.8UPGRADE

CVE-2023-7061 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting file manager advanced shortcode. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access or above to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.8 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.8% (top 43%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-434
Published	2024-07-10
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Wordfence · Vendor: advancedfilemanager

Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2024-07-10 02:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 06:51 UTCUpdated Record last modified

advancedfilemanager file manager advanced shortcode UPGRADE

Affected: <= 2.5.3

Fixed in: newer than 2.5.3

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy file-manager-advanced-shortcode || rpm -q file-manager-advanced-shortcode || file-manager-advanced-shortcode --version

2. UPGRADE to newer than 2.5.3 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade file-manager-advanced-shortcode

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade file-manager-advanced-shortcode

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2023-7061?

file manager advanced shortcode: upgrade to newer than 2.5.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2023-7061 being exploited?

CVE-2023-7061 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2023-7061 affect?

CVE-2023-7061 affects file manager advanced shortcode. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access or above to upload arb

How urgent is CVE-2023-7061?

Priority 45/100. High severity

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