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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
What the vulnerability does
The File Manager, Code Editor, and Backup by Managefy plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.4.8 via the ajax_downloadfile() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to perform actions on files outside of the originally intended directory.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
File Manager, Code Editor, and Backup by Managefy versions 1.4.8 and earlier contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated administrators to read files outside the intended directory. An attacker with high-level privileges can access sensitive files on the server by manipulating file paths. This vulnerability requires administrator access and does not affect file integrity or availability.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files on the server outside the intended directory.
Potential impact on your site
Administrators with malicious intent or compromised admin accounts can access sensitive files like configuration files or database backups.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have administrator-level access to the site.
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