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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Gotham Block Extra Light plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.0 via the 'ghostban' shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Gotham Block Extra Light versions up to 1.5.0 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users 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. No user interaction is required to exploit this flaw.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server filesystem.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files (config, database credentials, private keys) may be exposed to authenticated users.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site.
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