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CVE-2015-5482: Directory traversal vulnerability in the GD bbPress Attachments plugin before 2.3 for WordPress allows remo...

Directory traversal vulnerability in the GD bbPress Attachments plugin before 2.3 for WordPress allows remote administrators to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the tab parameter in the gdbbpress_attachments page to wp-admin/edit.php.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2015-5482 affects the GD bbPress Attachments WordPress plugin before version 2.3. A logged-in WordPress administrator could abuse a vulnerable admin page to make the site include and potentially execute local files. This is most urgent where admin accounts are shared, weakly protected, or exposed to takeover.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted remediation item for WordPress estates, not a broad internet-wide emergency. Prioritize sites with outdated plugins, weak admin controls, or high business impact.

Technical view

The issue is a directory traversal/local file inclusion flaw in the plugin’s admin functionality. Sources describe misuse of the tab parameter on the gdbbpress_attachments page under wp-admin/edit.php, allowing arbitrary local file inclusion and execution when accessed by a remote administrator.

Likely exposure

Exposure is limited to WordPress sites running GD bbPress Attachments before 2.3. The source description indicates administrator access is required, so risk depends heavily on admin account security and plugin deployment.

Exploitation context

The CVE is not listed as CISA KEV in the provided bundle. Public references include vulnerability advisories and exploit-oriented material, but the supplied evidence does not establish active exploitation.

Researcher notes

The public CVE data lacks CVSS, CWE, and structured affected CPEs. Confidence is based on consistent source descriptions naming GD bbPress Attachments before 2.3 and an administrator-reachable local file inclusion path.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade GD bbPress Attachments to version 2.3 or later.
  • Remove the plugin if it is no longer required.
  • Restrict WordPress admin access to trusted users and networks.
  • Enforce MFA and strong passwords for administrator accounts.
  • Review vendor changelog and advisories for any additional guidance.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory WordPress sites for the GD bbPress Attachments plugin.
  • Confirm installed plugin versions are 2.3 or later.
  • Review administrator account hygiene and recent account changes.
  • Check web logs for unusual access to the plugin admin page.
  • Verify unused vulnerable plugin copies are removed.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
6

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CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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