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CVE-2012-4920: Directory traversal vulnerability in the zing_forum_output function in forum.php in the Zingiri Forum (aka...

Directory traversal vulnerability in the zing_forum_output function in forum.php in the Zingiri Forum (aka Forums) plugin before 1.4.4 for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the url parameter to index.php.

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A legacy WordPress forum plugin allowed a remote visitor to read files from the web server by abusing path handling. This can expose configuration files or other sensitive data if the vulnerable Zingiri Forum plugin is still installed before version 1.4.4. Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running the Zingiri Forum, also called Forums, plugin before 1.4.4. Current risk depends on whether legacy WordPress deployments still have that plugin installed and reachable. Treat as a targeted legacy cleanup item. It is not KEV-listed, but arbitrary file read on a public WordPress site can expose credentials or configuration secrets. Mitigation focus: Inventory WordPress sites for the Zingiri Forum plugin and record installed versions.; Upgrade affected installations to version 1.4.4 or later, or current vendor guidance.; Disable or remove the plugin where it is no longer required..

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