HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2020-36706
CRITICAL

CVE-2020-36706

CWE-434Published: October 20, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The Simple:Press – WordPress Forum Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the ~/admin/resources/jscript/ajaxupload/sf-uploader.php file in versions up to, and including, 6.6.0. This makes it possible for attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

The Simple:Press plugin for WordPress lacks proper file type validation, allowing attackers to upload arbitrary files to the server. This can lead to remote code execution, granting attackers full control over the affected site.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability, and it is not included in the CISA KEV. The flaw is remotely exploitable by unauthenticated users.

Recommended Action

Update the Simple:Press plugin to a version beyond 6.6.0 and implement strict file upload restrictions on the web server.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-36706 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected Vendors & Products

simple-press1 product(s)
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Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

ADVISORYhttps://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-simplepress-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabilities/
ADVISORYhttps://wpscan.com/vulnerability/27d4a8a5-9d81-4b42-92be-3f7d1ef22843
ADVISORYhttps://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-simple-press-wordpress-forum-arbitrary-file-upload-6-6-0/
ADVISORYhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/53eba5b4-7cc0-48e1-bb9c-6ed3207151ab?source=cve
ADVISORYhttps://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-simplepress-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabilities/
ADVISORYhttps://wpscan.com/vulnerability/27d4a8a5-9d81-4b42-92be-3f7d1ef22843
ADVISORYhttps://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-simple-press-wordpress-forum-arbitrary-file-upload-6-6-0/
ADVISORYhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/53eba5b4-7cc0-48e1-bb9c-6ed3207151ab?source=cve

All References (8)

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https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-simplepress-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabilities/Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/27d4a8a5-9d81-4b42-92be-3f7d1ef22843Third Party Advisory
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https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-simple-press-wordpress-forum-arbitrary-file-upload-6-6-0/Third Party Advisory
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https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/53eba5b4-7cc0-48e1-bb9c-6ed3207151ab?source=cveThird Party Advisory
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https://blog.nintechnet.com/wordpress-simplepress-plugin-fixed-critical-vulnerabilities/Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/27d4a8a5-9d81-4b42-92be-3f7d1ef22843Third Party Advisory
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https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/wordpress-plugin-simple-press-wordpress-forum-arbitrary-file-upload-6-6-0/Third Party Advisory
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https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/53eba5b4-7cc0-48e1-bb9c-6ed3207151ab?source=cveThird Party Advisory

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2020-36706
CVSS Score9.8 / 10
SeverityCRITICAL
WeaknessCWE-434
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedOct 20, 2023

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Recommended Actions

  • →Apply vendor patches immediately
  • →Monitor CVE-2020-36706 in threat intel feeds
  • →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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