Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability in CYAN Backup Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2025-12092

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
8 November 2025

What is CVE-2025-12092?

The CYAN Backup plugin for WordPress is affected by an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability due to inadequate file path validation in the delete functionality. This issue allows authenticated attackers with Administrator-level access to delete any file on the server, increasing the risk of remote code execution if critical files, like wp-config.php, are removed. It is crucial for site administrators to update to the latest version or apply the necessary patches to safeguard their sites against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

CYAN Backup * <= 2.5.4

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Quy Nguyen
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CVE-2025-12092 : Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability in CYAN Backup Plugin for WordPress