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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:L
What the vulnerability does
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in By Averta Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme: from n/a through 2.14.0.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker with low-level access can bypass directory restrictions and access sensitive files outside the intended scope. This affects versions up to 2.14.0.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server, including configuration files and other sensitive data.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files like database credentials or configuration details could be exposed to authenticated users.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
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