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 vanquish Upload Files Anywhere wp-upload-files-anywhere allows Path Traversal.This issue affects Upload Files Anywhere: from n/a through <= 2.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Upload Files Anywhere versions 2.8 and earlier contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files from the server. By manipulating file paths during upload operations, an attacker can access sensitive files outside the intended upload directory, such as configuration files or other sensitive data stored on the server.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files (configs, database credentials, private keys) may be exposed to unauthenticated attackers.
Conditions required to exploit
Network access to the vulnerable application; no authentication or user interaction required.
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