What the vulnerability does
01Description
The MultiVendorX – The Ultimate WooCommerce Multivendor Marketplace Solution plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Limited Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 4.2.14 via the tabname parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to include PHP files on the server, allowing the execution of any PHP code in those files. This can be used to bypass access controls, obtain sensitive data, or achieve code execution in cases where PHP files can be uploaded and included
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
MultiVendorX versions up to 4.2.14 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read, modify, or delete arbitrary files on the server. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be exploited remotely over the network. An attacker can access sensitive configuration files, database credentials, or other critical data stored on the web server.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete any file accessible to the web server process without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can steal database credentials, configuration files, and customer data, or corrupt/delete site files.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access to the affected MultiVendorX installation; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 31, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
