WordPress · Avada · CVE-2024-1468
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Avada | Website Builder For WordPress & WooCommerce theme for WordPress versions up to, and including, 7.11.4
**Description**
The issue is related to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the `ajax import options()` function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server, which may lead to remote code execution. The flaw is estimated to affect nearly 950,000 sales.
**Recommendations**
For versions up to, and including, 7.11.4, update to a version above 7.11.4 to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the `ajax import options()` function until a patch is available. Restrict access to the affected site's server to minimize the risk of exploitation. Avoid using the vulnerable function until the issue is resolved.