What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Brainstorm Force Ultimate Addons for WPBakery Page Builder allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Ultimate Addons for WPBakery Page Builder: from n/a through 3.19.14.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Ultimate Addons for WPBakery Page Builder versions up to 3.19.14 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows an attacker to manipulate file paths and modify site files. The vulnerability requires user interaction, such as a victim visiting a malicious link or page. An attacker can alter site content or disable functionality, but cannot read sensitive data directly.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify or delete site files by manipulating file paths through the vulnerable component.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Site files can be altered or deleted, potentially breaking functionality or injecting malicious content.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page; no authentication required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 17, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated