What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Motors – Car Dealership & Classified Listings Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation when deleting profile pictures in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.89. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php).
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Motors car dealership plugin for WordPress contains a vulnerability allowing authenticated users with low privileges to modify or delete site data. An attacker with a basic user account can bypass intended access controls to alter listings, settings, or other critical information. This affects all versions up to 1.4.89. Site owners should update immediately when a patch becomes available.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Modify or delete site data including listings and settings without proper authorization.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can corrupt or delete car listings and plugin configuration, disrupting site operations.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker needs a low-privilege WordPress user account (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 8, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
