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CVE-2023-4238: Prevent files / folders access < 2.5.2 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Upload

• Severity: high (CVSS 7.2 v3.1)
• Exploited in the wild: not listed in CISA KEV
• EPSS: 1.6% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days
• Public exploit or detection template: yes
• Published: 2023-09-25 · updated 2026-06-17

Description

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 products

• Prevent files / folders access: before 2.5.2 — fixed in 2.5.2

How to fix

Upgrade to a fixed version: Prevent files / folders access 2.5.2. Check the vendor advisory for mitigations.

References

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

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