CVE-2024-13562: The Import WP – Export and Import CSV and XML files to WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensiti

Q: How do I fix CVE-2024-13562?

import wp: upgrade to 2.14.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Q: Is CVE-2024-13562 being exploited?

CVE-2024-13562 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-2024-13562 affect?

CVE-2024-13562 affects import wp. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). The Import WP – Export and Import CSV and XML files to WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.14.5 via the uploads directory. This makes it possible for unauthe

Q: How urgent is CVE-2024-13562?

Priority 41/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

This month

HIGH 7.5REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2024-13562 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting import wp. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The Import WP – Export and Import CSV and XML files to WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.14.5 via the uploads directory. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data stored insecurely in the /wp-content/uploads/ directory which can contain information like imported or local user data and files.

Why this priority

High severity
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	7.5 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.4% (top 62%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-200
Published	2025-01-25
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Wordfence · Vendor: importwp

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2025-01-25 12:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 07:02 UTCUpdated Record last modified

importwp import wp UPGRADE

Affected: < 2.14.6

Fixed in: 2.14.6

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy import-wp || rpm -q import-wp || import-wp --version

2. UPGRADE to 2.14.6 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade import-wp

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade import-wp

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-2024-13562?

import wp: upgrade to 2.14.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-13562 being exploited?

CVE-2024-13562 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-2024-13562 affect?

CVE-2024-13562 affects import wp. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). The Import WP – Export and Import CSV and XML files to WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.14.5 via the uploads directory. This makes it possible for unauthe

How urgent is CVE-2024-13562?

Priority 41/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

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