Path Traversal Vulnerability in WeRSS Plugin by rachelos
CVE-2026-2216

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Rachelos

Status
Werss We-mp-rss
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 February 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-2216?

A vulnerability has been identified in the WeRSS we-mp-rss plugin versions up to 1.4.8. The flaw resides in the function download_export_file located in apis/tools.py, where improper validation of the filename argument can enable attackers to perform path traversal. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server. The exploit is executable remotely and has been documented, posing significant risks to affected installations.

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Affected Version(s)

WeRSS we-mp-rss 1.4.0

WeRSS we-mp-rss 1.4.1

WeRSS we-mp-rss 1.4.2

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-2026-2216 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.344933
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.344933
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.752763
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CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

din4 (VulDB User)
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