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
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in wpjobportal WP Job Portal wp-job-portal allows Path Traversal.This issue affects WP Job Portal: from n/a through <= 2.3.2.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
WP Job Portal versions 2.3.2 and earlier 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, such as configuration files containing database credentials or other private data. No user interaction is required. Update to a version newer than 2.3.2.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server, including configuration files and other sensitive data.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can access sensitive files like wp-config.php, database backups, or private keys without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
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