AP Background 3.8.1 - 3.8.2 - Missing Authorization to Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Upload via advParallaxBackAdminSaveSlider Function
Vulnerability Description
The AP Background plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing authorization and insufficient file validation within the advParallaxBackAdminSaveSlider() handler in versions 3.8.1 to 3.8.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Impact Analysis
Refer to official advisory for detailed impact metrics.
Remediation
Ensure systems are updated to the latest vendor-supplied patch levels.
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Credits & Attribution
The following person or organization is credited with identifying this vulnerability, as recorded in the NVD database:
- Kenneth Dunn
References
Affected Vendor
hovanesvn
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