Arbitrary File Deletion in Avada Builder Plugin for WordPress
CVE-2026-8713

9.1CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Avada (fusion) Builder
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-8713?

The Avada (Fusion) Builder plugin for WordPress is susceptible to arbitrary file deletion due to inadequate file path validation in its maybe_delete_files function. This vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 3.15.3, enabling unauthenticated attackers to delete files on the server. By exploiting this weakness, attackers can use path-traversal payloads in conjunction with specific form submissions, allowing for unauthorized access and potential remote code execution through crucial files like wp-config.php. The exploitation requires a setup where an Avada form is configured to database entries, leading to direct consequences without administrator involvement.

Affected Version(s)

Avada (Fusion) Builder 0 <= 3.15.3

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-2026-8713
Created by shinthink

References

https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id...
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/fusion-builder...

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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

daroo
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