What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal'), Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in PluginUS HUSKY – Products Filter for WooCommerce (formerly WOOF) allows Using Malicious Files, Code Inclusion.This issue affects HUSKY – Products Filter for WooCommerce (formerly WOOF): from n/a through 1.3.5.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
HUSKY – Products Filter for WooCommerce versions up to 1.3.5.2 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker with low-level site access can bypass directory restrictions and access sensitive files outside the intended plugin directory, potentially exposing configuration files, database credentials, or other confidential data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read arbitrary files from the server, including sensitive configuration and credential files.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Sensitive files like wp-config.php or database backups could be exposed to authenticated users with minimal permissions.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 17, 2024
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated