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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 Mitchell Bennis Simple File List simple-file-list allows Path Traversal.This issue affects Simple File List: from n/a through <= 6.1.14.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Simple File List versions 6.1.14 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 files outside the intended directory, potentially exposing sensitive configuration files, database credentials, or other confidential data. No user interaction is required.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server, including sensitive configuration and credential files.
Potential impact on your site
Attackers can access sensitive files like wp-config.php, .env, or database backups without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access to the site; no authentication or user interaction required.
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