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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
What the vulnerability does
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in ExpressTech Systems WP Ticket Ultra Help Desk & Support Plugin wp-ticket-ultra allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects WP Ticket Ultra Help Desk & Support Plugin: from n/a through <= 1.0.5.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Ticket Ultra Help Desk & Support Plugin versions 1.0.5 and earlier contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows an attacker to read or modify files on the server. The vulnerability requires the attacker to trick a user into visiting a malicious link. An attacker can access sensitive files outside the intended directory, potentially exposing database credentials, configuration files, or other confidential data.
What an attacker can do
Read or modify files on the server outside the intended directory by crafting a malicious URL.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can access sensitive files like wp-config.php, database backups, or user data without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
No authentication required, but the victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
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