PatchTheCVECVE-2024-8126: The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the 'class_fma_conn
CVE-2024-8126 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting advanced file manager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the 'class_fma_connector.php' file in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, and granted permissions by an Administrator, to upload a new .htaccess file allowing them to subsequently upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code e
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.9% (top 39%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-434 |
| Published | 2024-09-26 |
| 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-2024-8126?
advanced file manager: upgrade to 5.2.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-8126 being exploited?
CVE-2024-8126 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-2024-8126 affect?
CVE-2024-8126 affects advanced file manager. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). The Advanced File Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the 'class_fma_connector.php' file in all versions up to, and including, 5.2.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-l
How urgent is CVE-2024-8126?
Priority 42/100. High severity
Software pages
WordPress vulnerabilities · PHP vulnerabilities
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