Vulnerability Report
Plugin High Patch path listed

WooCommerce <= 3.6.4 - Missing File Type Validation

The WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the tax rate importer due to missing file type validation that made it possible for high level authenticated attackers to upload malicious files in versions up to, and including, 3.6.4.

Quick Answer

This vulnerability is a high severity with CVSS 7.2 Arbitrary File Upload issue affecting the Plugin WooCommerce. It affects Versions up to 3.6.4 and is fixed in 3.6.5.

Published
Jul 02, 2019
Last Updated
Jan 22, 2024
Slug
woocommerce
Operational Summary

What the operator needs to know

Patch Status
Patched release is available
Remediation
Update to version 3.6.5, or a newer patched version
Operator Briefing

the tracked vulnerability is tracked for the Plugin WooCommerce as high severity with CVSS 7.2. The affected range is Versions up to 3.6.4. Update WooCommerce to 3.6.5 or newer where that version is compatible with the site.

Issue Type
Arbitrary File Upload
Primary Fixed Version
3.6.5
Primary Affected Range
Versions up to 3.6.4
Tracking ID
162a194c-a7de-44c4-a659-8188e303b6a2
Detailed Metadata
Software Type Plugin
Software Slug
woocommerce View on wordpress.org
CVE No linked CVE entry.
Patched Versions
3.6.5
Affected Versions
Versions up to 3.6.4
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