Arbitrary File Read Vulnerability in Atec Debug Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2025-9516

4.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
4 September 2025

What is CVE-2025-9516?

The Atec Debug plugin for WordPress is susceptible to an arbitrary file read vulnerability that affects all versions up to and including 1.2.22. This vulnerability is triggered via the 'custom_log' parameter, enabling authenticated attackers with Administrator-level access or higher to access file contents situated outside of the designated directory. Such exposure can lead to potential data breaches and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. It is critical for users of this plugin to ensure that they are on the latest version to mitigate risks associated with this flaw.

Affected Version(s)

atec Debug * <= 1.2.22

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Jonas Benjamin Friedli
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CVE-2025-9516 : Arbitrary File Read Vulnerability in Atec Debug Plugin for WordPress