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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
What the vulnerability does
The WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to read and modify the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WPMasterToolKit versions up to 1.15.0 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows high-privilege users to read, write, or delete arbitrary files on the server. An attacker with administrator or equivalent access can exploit this to access sensitive configuration files, modify site content, or disable the site entirely. Update immediately to a version newer than 1.15.0.
What an attacker can do
Read, write, or delete arbitrary files on the server filesystem.
Potential impact on your site
An admin account compromise or malicious admin can access sensitive files, alter site code, or cause service disruption.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have high-level privileges (administrator or equivalent role) on the WordPress site.
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