# CVE-2008-2392: Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in WordPress 2.5.1 and earlier might allow remote authenticated administrators to upload and execute

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2008-05-21 · Updated: 2024-08-07

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in WordPress 2.5.1 and earlier might allow remote authenticated administrators to upload and execute arbitrary PHP files via the Upload section in the Write Tabs area of the dashboard.

## What to do

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## References

- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3897
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/492230/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29276
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42561

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