Information Disclosure Vulnerability in CherryFramework Themes by WordPress
CVE-2018-25437

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Cherry Framework Themes
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25437?

CherryFramework Themes version 3.1.4 for WordPress is affected by an information disclosure vulnerability. This flaw enables unauthenticated attackers to exploit the download_backup.php endpoint, allowing them to download sensitive backup files stored on the server. By directly accessing the download_backup.php script located in the admin/data_management directory, attackers can gain unauthorized access to ZIP archives containing critical data from the wp-content/themes directory. Website administrators must take immediate action to secure their installations against this threat.

Affected Version(s)

Cherry Framework Themes 3.1.4

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2018-25437 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45896
exploit
http://www.cherryframework.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/wordpress-cherryfram...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

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