CVE-2024-7627: The Bit File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions 6.0 to 6.5.5 via

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HIGH 8.1REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2024-7627 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.1) affecting file manager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The Bit File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions 6.0 to 6.5.5 via the 'checkSyntax' function. This is due to writing a temporary file to a publicly accessible directory before performing file validation. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server if an administrator has allowed Guest User read permissions.

Why this priority

High severity
Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.1 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	High
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	2.8% (top 14%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-94, CWE-362
Published	2024-09-05
Last modified	2026-06-17

Publisher (CNA): Wordfence · Vendor: bitapps

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

Am I affected?

Timeline

2024-09-05 03:15 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-06-17 08:20 UTCUpdated Record last modified

bitapps file manager UPGRADE

Affected: >= 6.0 and < 6.5.6

Fixed in: 6.5.6

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 6.0

1. Check installed version

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

2. UPGRADE to 6.5.6 (Debian / Ubuntu)

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

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade file-manager

Note

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

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 6.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison file-manager sudo apt install file-manager=<VERSION_BEFORE_6.0> sudo apt-mark hold file-manager

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list file-manager sudo dnf downgrade file-manager-<VERSION_BEFORE_6.0> sudo dnf versionlock add file-manager

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
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-2024-7627?

file manager: upgrade to 6.5.6. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-7627 being exploited?

CVE-2024-7627 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-2024-7627 affect?

CVE-2024-7627 affects file manager. Severity is high (CVSS 8.1). The Bit File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions 6.0 to 6.5.5 via the 'checkSyntax' function. This is due to writing a temporary file to a publicly accessible directory before performing file vali

How urgent is CVE-2024-7627?

Priority 55/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

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