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CVE-2014-8606: Directory traversal vulnerability in the XCloner plugin 3.1.1 for WordPress and 3.5.1 for Joomla!

Directory traversal vulnerability in the XCloner plugin 3.1.1 for WordPress and 3.5.1 for Joomla! allows remote administrators to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the file parameter in a json_return action in the xcloner_show page to wp-admin/admin-ajax.php.

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CVE-2014-8606 is a file disclosure issue in legacy XCloner versions for WordPress and Joomla. A remote administrator could use a directory traversal flaw to read files outside intended plugin paths. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, public exploitation evidence, or a confirmed vendor fix. Exposure is most likely on old WordPress or Joomla sites still running the named XCloner versions with reachable administrator functionality. Internet exposure matters less than whether an attacker can obtain administrative access. Handle as a legacy CMS hygiene risk with potential sensitive file disclosure after admin compromise. It is not KEV-listed and no active exploitation is cited, but exposed or poorly governed administrator access raises business risk. Mitigation focus: Inventory WordPress and Joomla sites for XCloner installations and exact versions.; Remove XCloner if it is unused or unsupported.; Check vendor or project guidance for a fixed version before upgrading..

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