CVE-2024-8378
MEDIUM
Published Nov 7, 2024
Modified May 17, 2025
Description
The Safe SVG WordPress plugin before 2.2.6 has its sanitisation code is only running for paths that call wp_handle_upload, but not for example for code that uses wp_handle_sideload which is often used to upload attachments via raw POST data.
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CVSS v3.1 Score
4.8
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product |
|---|---|
| 10up | safe_svg |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-8378? +
The Safe SVG WordPress plugin before 2.2.6 has its sanitisation code is only running for paths that call wp_handle_upload, but not for example for code that uses wp_handle_sideload which is often used to upload attachments via raw POST data. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.8 (MEDIUM).
How severe is CVE-2024-8378? +
CVE-2024-8378 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 4.8 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-8378? +
CVE-2024-8378 affects products from 10up, specifically: safe_svg. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.
How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-8378? +
You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.
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