CVE-2024-13908 Details
Description
The SMTP by BestWebSoft plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the 'save_options' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
A vulnerability allowing arbitrary file uploads has been identified in the SMTP by BestWebSoft plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions through 1.1.9. The issue arises from inadequate file type validation in the 'save_options' function, which enables authenticated attackers with Administrator-level access and above to upload arbitrary files to the server. This vulnerability could potentially lead to remote code execution.
Users are advised to update the SMTP by BestWebSoft WordPress plugin to version 1.2.0 or a newer patched version.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 10, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-434 | Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type | [email protected] |
| CWE-434 | Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| bestwebsoft smtp | < 1.2.0 |
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Mar 8, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |