WP SuperBackup - Arbitrary File Upload (CVE-2024-56064)

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. Data from the CrowdSec community also indicates a gradual decrease in attacks targeting CVE-2024-56064. While still present in the wild, exploitation levels have dropped noticeably week-over-week. This may signal that the vulnerability is becoming less relevant or that defenses are improving fast enough for attackers to lose interest.

Attackers exploit the WP SuperBackup plugin by targeting the common WP admin page on /wp-admin/admin.php with specially crafted query parameters.