CVE-2021-39352
HighPublic exploitThe Catch Themes Demo Import WordPress plugin is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the import functionality found in the ~/inc/CatchThemesDemoImport.php file, in versions up to and including 1.7, due to insufficient file type validation.
Published Oct 21, 2021 · Updated Feb 14, 2025 · Also known as 007ec879-7241-4dd2-9b81-93e44786bbcb
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2021-39352 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.2 v3.1) affecting Catch Themes Demo Import (Catchplugins).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Catch Themes Demo Import 1.8, Catch Themes Demo Import <=1.7, Catch Themes Demo Import 1.7.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v3.1
7.2
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
56%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Catch Themes Demo Import WordPress plugin is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the import functionality found in the ~/inc/CatchThemesDemoImport.php file, in versions up to and including 1.7, due to insufficient file type validation. This makes it possible for an attacker with administrative privileges to upload malicious files that can be used to achieve remote code execution.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Catch Themes Demo ImportCatchplugins | >= 1.7 | 1.7 |
Patched Releases
Catch Themes Demo Import
1.8, <=1.7
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 21, 2021
Last updated
Feb 14, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
References
- advisoryhttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/165463/WordPress-Catch-Themes-Demo-Import-Shell-Upload.html
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/007ec879-7241-4dd2-9b81-93e44786bbcb?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/007ec879-7241-4dd2-9b81-93e44786bbcb?source=api-scan
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2021-39352
- patchhttps://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2617555/catch-themes-demo-import/trunk/inc/CatchThemesDemoImport.php
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Catch Themes Demo Import WordPress plugin is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads via the import functionality found in the ~/inc/CatchThemesDemoImport.php file, in versions up to and including 1.7, due to insufficient file type validation.
Affected: Catch Themes Demo Import (Catchplugins) versions >= 1.7. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Catch Themes Demo Import 1.8, Catch Themes Demo Import <=1.7, Catch Themes Demo Import 1.7.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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