What the vulnerability does
01Description
The WP Job Portal plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the 'WPJOBPORTALcustomfields::removeFileCustom' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.4.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php).
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
WP Job Portal versions 2.4.9 and earlier contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to read, modify, or delete arbitrary files on the server. An attacker with low-level site access can bypass file access restrictions and reach sensitive system files outside the intended directory. This can lead to exposure of configuration files, database credentials, or other critical data.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read, modify, or delete arbitrary files on the server outside the intended directory.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Sensitive files like wp-config.php, database backups, or private user data could be exposed, modified, or deleted by any authenticated user.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-level user account on the site (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
March 25, 2026
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
