CVSS base score
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Yoco Payments plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 3.9.0 via the file parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Yoco Payments versions up to 3.9.0 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker can craft requests to access sensitive files outside the intended directory, potentially exposing configuration files, credentials, or other confidential data. No user interaction is required.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server, including configuration and credential files.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files and credentials stored on the server may be exposed to unauthorized access.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access to the Yoco Payments application; no authentication required.
Key dates
External resources
