PatchTheCVECVE-2024-12008: The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all versions up to, and inclu
CVE-2024-12008 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.3) affecting w3 total cache. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.1 through the publicly exposed debug log file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to view potentially sensitive information in the exposed log file. For example, the log file may contain nonce values that can be used in further CSRF attacks. Note: the debug feature must be enabled for this to be a concern, and
Why this priority
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.4% (top 16%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-200 |
| Published | 2025-01-14 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Nuclei scan template: W3 Total Cache < 2.8.2 - Log File Exposure
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-2024-12008?
w3 total cache: upgrade to 2.8.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-12008 being exploited?
CVE-2024-12008 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-2024-12008 affect?
CVE-2024-12008 affects w3 total cache. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.3). The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.1 through the publicly exposed debug log file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to view potentially
How urgent is CVE-2024-12008?
Priority 44/100. Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
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