CVE-2024-13691 MEDIUM

CVE-2024-13691: Uncode <= 2.9.1.6 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Read in uncode_recordMedia

Vendor Undsgn
Product Uncode
Weakness CWE-20 · Input validation
Published February 18, 2025
Last update April 8, 2026

CVSS base score

6.5/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required Low
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity None

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

What the vulnerability does

01Description

The Uncode theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file read due to insufficient input validation in the 'uncode_recordMedia' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.9.1.6. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to read arbitrary files on the server.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

Uncode versions up to 2.9.1.6 contain an improper input validation flaw that allows authenticated users to read sensitive data they should not have access to. The vulnerability requires a valid user account but no special privileges. An attacker with low-level access can extract confidential information from the application without modifying or disrupting service.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Read sensitive data or information they should not have access to.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

User data confidentiality is at risk; authenticated attackers can access information beyond their permission level.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have a valid user account with low-level privileges.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

February 18, 2025 CVE published
April 8, 2026 Record updated

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