Vulnerability Report
Plugin Critical Patch path listed CVE-2024-27957

Pie Register <= 3.8.3.2 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Upload

The Pie Register plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the pie_save_registration function in versions up to, and including, 3.8.3.2. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible. NOTE: This vulnerability presents itself when the 'Anyone can register' option is enabled in options-general and the 'Upload File' field is added to the registration form.

Quick Answer

CVE-2024-27957 is a critical severity with CVSS 9.8 Remote Code Execution issue affecting the Plugin Pie Register – User Registration, Profiles & Content Restriction. It affects Versions up to 3.8.3.2 and is fixed in 3.8.3.3.

Published
Mar 13, 2024
Last Updated
May 23, 2024
Slug
pie-register
Operational Summary

What the operator needs to know

Patch Status
Patched release is available
Remediation
Update to version 3.8.3.3, or a newer patched version
Operator Briefing

CVE-2024-27957 is tracked for the Plugin Pie Register – User Registration, Profiles & Content Restriction as critical severity with CVSS 9.8. The affected range is Versions up to 3.8.3.2. Update Pie Register – User Registration, Profiles & Content Restriction to 3.8.3.3 or newer where that version is compatible with the site.

Issue Type
Remote Code Execution
Primary Fixed Version
3.8.3.3
Primary Affected Range
Versions up to 3.8.3.2
Tracking ID
CVE-2024-27957
Detailed Metadata
Software Type Plugin
Software Slug
pie-register View on wordpress.org
CVE CVE-2024-27957
Patched Versions
3.8.3.3
Affected Versions
Versions up to 3.8.3.2
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