What the vulnerability does
01Description
The FileOrganizer – Manage WordPress and Website Files plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local JavaScript File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.4 via the 'default_lang' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to include and execute arbitrary JavaScript files on the server, allowing the execution of any JavaScript 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.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
FileOrganizer allows administrators to read, write, and delete files outside the plugin's intended directory through path traversal. An attacker with admin privileges can navigate the file system using specially crafted requests, potentially accessing sensitive WordPress configuration files, database backups, or other protected content. This requires administrative access to exploit.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete files anywhere on the server that the web server process can access.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
An admin account compromise allows an attacker to access wp-config.php, database files, or other sensitive data outside the WordPress directory.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have WordPress administrator privileges; no user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 7, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
