Path Traversal Vulnerability in Simple File List by Mitchell Bennis
CVE-2025-54021

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Simple File List
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2025

What is CVE-2025-54021?

A path traversal vulnerability exists in the Simple File List plugin developed by Mitchell Bennis, enabling unauthorized users to access restricted directories and files. This flaw allows malicious actors to exploit the plugin across versions up to and including 6.1.14, potentially leading to arbitrary file downloads and further security compromises. It is crucial for users to update and secure their installations to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Simple File List <= 6.1.14

References

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/simple-f...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Phat RiO - BlueRock (Patchstack Alliance)
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