Directory Traversal Vulnerability in WebsiteBaker by WebsiteBaker Inc.
CVE-2023-53902

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Websitebaker

Status
Websitebaker
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 December 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2023-53902?

WebsiteBaker version 2.13.3 is susceptible to a directory traversal vulnerability that enables authenticated attackers to manipulate directory path parameters. By crafting specific GET requests directed at /admin/media/delete.php, attackers can exploit this flaw to delete arbitrary files located outside the intended directory. This vulnerability highlights the importance of secure coding practices to prevent unauthorized file access and deletion.

Affected Version(s)

WebsiteBaker 2.13.3

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-2023-53902 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/51554
exploit
https://websitebaker.org/pages/en/home.php
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/websitebaker-directo...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
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

Mirabbas Ağalarov
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