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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The Code Explorer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.6 via the 'file' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-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
Code Explorer versions up to 1.4.6 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows high-privilege users to read files outside the intended directory. An attacker with administrative access can craft requests to access sensitive files on the server. The vulnerability requires high privileges and does not affect file modification or system availability.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files on the server outside the intended directory.
Potential impact on your site
Administrators with malicious intent or compromised admin accounts can access sensitive files like configuration files or database backups.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level administrative privileges on the site.
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