WP SuperBackup - Arbitrary File Upload (CVE-2024-56064)
1Exploiting IPs reported
Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type vulnerability in Azzaroco WP SuperBackup allows Upload a Web Shell to a Web Server.This issue affects WP SuperBackup: from n/a through 2.3.3.
CrowdSec analysis
CVE-2024-56064 is an unrestricted file upload vulnerability in Azzaroco WP SuperBackup, affecting versions up to 2.3.3. This flaw allows attackers to upload malicious files, such as web shells, to the server, potentially leading to full remote code execution and complete compromise of the affected WordPress site.
CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 10th of March 2025.
Based on data from the CrowdSec network, nearly all observed exploitation of CVE-2024-56064 is fully opportunistic, with attackers indiscriminately scanning the entire internet. These attacks are automated and lack any form of target selection or reconnaissance. In addition, according to the CrowdSec network, attack volume against CVE-2024-56064 has dipped slightly compared to the previous week. Although still commonly targeted, the decline suggests a cooling-off period. Long-term relevance remains, but attention is waning.
Attackers exploit the WP SuperBackup plugin by targeting the common WP admin page on /wp-admin/admin.php with specially crafted query parameters.
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