Is CVE-2014-9473 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2014-9473, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2014-9473 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2014-9473 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2014-9473?

CVE-2014-9473 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2014-9473

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: January 8, 2015· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in lib_nonajax.php in the CformsII plugin 14.7 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension via the cf_uploadfile2[] parameter, then accessing the file via a direct request to the file in the default upload directory.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2014-9473 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2014-9473. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.