CVE-2024-6318: The IMGspider plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation
CVE-2024-6318 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting imgspider. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The IMGspider plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'upload_img_file' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.3.10. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions, 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 | 0.9% (top 39%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-434 |
| Published | 2024-07-04 |
| 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
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-2024-6318?
imgspider: upgrade to 2.3.11. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-6318 being exploited?
CVE-2024-6318 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-2024-6318 affect?
CVE-2024-6318 affects imgspider. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). The IMGspider plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'upload_img_file' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.3.10. This makes it possible for authenticated attacker
How urgent is CVE-2024-6318?
Priority 46/100. High severity
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