CVE-2020-36847
Critical
Description
The Simple-File-List Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Remote Code Execution in versions up to, and including, 4.2.2 via the rename function which can be used to rename uploaded PHP code with a png extension to use a php extension. This allows unauthenticated attackers to execute code on the server.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.8
Exploit probability—
ProductSimplefilelist Simple File List
PublishedJul 12, 2025
First seenJul 12, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-434Unrestricted upload of dangerous file type
How to fix
Update
- simplefilelist simple_file_list4.2.3 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| simplefilelist simple_file_list | v < 4.2.3 | 4.2.3 |
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