Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability in Database Toolset Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2025-3065

9.1CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
24 April 2025

What is CVE-2025-3065?

The Database Toolset plugin for WordPress exhibits a vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server. This flaw arises from inadequate file path validation in key functions, particularly affecting all versions up to and including 1.8.4. By exploiting this weakness, attackers can target crucial files, such as wp-config.php, potentially leading to further security breaches, including remote code execution.

Affected Version(s)

Database Toolset * <= 1.8.4

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.1
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Youcef Hamdani
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CVE-2025-3065 : Arbitrary File Deletion Vulnerability in Database Toolset Plugin by WordPress