Path Traversal Vulnerability in Mitchell Bennis Simple File List Plugin
CVE-2026-24953

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
20 February 2026

What is CVE-2026-24953?

The Simple File List plugin by Mitchell Bennis is susceptible to a Path Traversal vulnerability, which may allow an attacker to access unauthorized directories and files on the server. This security flaw affects versions up to and including 6.1.15. An attacker could exploit this weakness by crafting a specially designed request, thus gaining access to sensitive files within the restricted directory. Website administrators using this plugin should take immediate action to mitigate potential risks by upgrading to the latest version and reviewing their file permissions.

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Affected Version(s)

Simple File List <= n/a

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

daroo | Patchstack Bug Bounty Program
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