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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The CS Framework plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 6.9 via the get_widget_settings_json() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
CS Framework versions 7.1 and earlier contain an external input validation flaw that exposes sensitive data. An attacker on the network can read confidential information without authentication or user interaction. The vulnerability affects the framework's core input handling and does not require special privileges or user action to exploit.
What an attacker can do
Read sensitive data from the affected system over the network without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
Confidential data may be exposed to unauthenticated attackers. Immediate patching is required to prevent information disclosure.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access to the system running CS Framework 7.1 or earlier. No authentication required.
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