CVE-2023-4238

Prevent files / folders access < 2.5.2 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Upload

The Prevent files / folders access WordPress plugin before 2.5.2 does not validate files to be uploaded, which could allow attackers to upload arbitrary files such as PHP on the server.

Affected

Prevent files / folders access

CVSS v3.1 NVD

7.2 HIGHCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS

1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, 75th percentile

Published

2023-09-25

Updated

2025-04-22

Proof-of-concept exploits (1)

• https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/53816136-4b1a-4b7d-b73b-08a90c2a638f

References

• CVE Record
• NVD entry