How severe is CVE-2023-7061?

CVE-2023-7061 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2023-7061 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2023-7061?

CVE-2023-7061 affects Advancedfilemanager File Manager Advanced Shortcode. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2023-7061?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2023-7061 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2023-7061 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-59248.

When was CVE-2023-7061 published?

CVE-2023-7061 was published on 2024-07-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2023-7061

CVE-2023-7061 is a high-severity vulnerability in Advancedfilemanager File Manager Advanced Shortcode with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-434.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2023-59248
Weakness: CWE-434
Affected product: Advancedfilemanager File Manager Advanced Shortcode
Published: 2024-07-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access or above to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-7061?: The Advanced File Manager Shortcodes plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.3. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with contributor access or above to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
How severe is CVE-2023-7061?: CVE-2023-7061 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2023-7061 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2023-7061?: CVE-2023-7061 affects Advancedfilemanager File Manager Advanced Shortcode. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2023-7061?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2023-7061 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2023-7061 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2023-59248.
When was CVE-2023-7061 published?: CVE-2023-7061 was published on 2024-07-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:advancedfilemanager:file_manager_advanced_shortcode:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*

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