What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Sreamit theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file downloads in all versions up to, and including, 4.0.1. This is due to insufficient file validation in the 'st_send_download_file' function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to download arbitrary files.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Streamit versions up to 4.0.1 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. This could expose configuration files, database credentials, or other confidential data stored on the server.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read arbitrary files from the server filesystem.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Sensitive files (configs, credentials, source code) may be exposed to authenticated users.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
April 8, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated