Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2014-5368 is a directory traversal flaw in the WP Content Source Control WordPress plugin, version 3.0.0 and earlier. A remote attacker could abuse the download handler to read files outside the intended download directory. For a WordPress site, that can create business risk if sensitive server or application files are exposed. Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running the WP Content Source Control plugin version 3.0.0 or earlier with the vulnerable download endpoint reachable remotely. Prioritize remediation for any internet-facing WordPress site using this plugin. The issue is old, but arbitrary file read can expose credentials or configuration data. Urgency is lower where the plugin is absent, disabled, or not externally reachable. Mitigation focus: Inventory WordPress sites for WP Content Source Control plugin use.; Remove or disable the plugin where it is not required.; If retained, check vendor or WordPress plugin guidance for fixed versions..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- wp-sourcecontrol-dir-trav(95374)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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