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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
What the vulnerability does
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in PluginsWare Advanced Classifieds & Directory Pro allows Path Traversal.This issue affects Advanced Classifieds & Directory Pro: from n/a through 3.1.3.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Advanced Classifieds & Directory Pro versions up to 3.1.3 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker with low-level access can bypass directory restrictions and access sensitive files outside the intended application directory. This affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
Read, modify, or delete arbitrary files on the server outside the application directory.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers with basic user accounts can access sensitive files, potentially exposing database credentials, configuration files, or other users' data.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site; no user interaction required.
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