Is CVE-2024-12571 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2024-12571 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2024-12571 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2024-12571 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2024-12571?

CVE-2024-12571 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2024-12571

CWE-98Published: December 20, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The Store Locator for WordPress with Google Maps – LotsOfLocales plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in version 3.98.9 via the 'sl_engine' parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where images and other “safe” file types can be uploaded and included.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-12571 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.