Path Traversal Vulnerability in Shared Files Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2025-15433

6.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Shared Files
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 March 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-15433?

The Shared Files plugin for WordPress, prior to version 1.7.58, contains a path traversal vulnerability that permits users with a low-level role, such as Contributor, to download sensitive files from the web server. This issue can lead to unauthorized exposure of critical files, including the wp-config.php file, which stores vital configuration details for WordPress sites. Exploiting this vulnerability requires minimal permissions, making it particularly dangerous for sites utilizing this plugin.

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Affected Version(s)

Shared Files 0 < 1.7.58

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-2025-15433 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/893667a1-dc8f-476a-ac00-...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Muhammad Rohan khan
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