Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This CVE describes a WordPress plugin flaw that may let an attacker delete files by abusing directory traversal in a plugin delete function. The source bundle identifies real3d-flipbook-lite 1.0, but provides no CVSS score, affected CPEs, authentication details, or fixed version.
Executive priority
Prioritize a quick inventory of public WordPress sites. Business urgency depends on whether version 1.0 is present; the bundle lacks severity scoring, active exploitation evidence, and a named fix.
Technical view
The reported issue is directory traversal in the deleteBook parameter of real3d-flipbook-lite 1.0 for WordPress, enabling file deletion outside the intended path using parent-directory traversal. The bundle does not establish required privileges, reachable routes, exploit reliability, or vendor remediation.
Likely exposure
Exposure is limited to WordPress installations with real3d-flipbook-lite version 1.0 installed. The source bundle does not confirm whether later versions are affected, whether the plugin remains available, or whether vulnerable installations are common.
Exploitation context
A public exploit write-up is referenced, but the CVE is not in KEV and the provided bundle does not support active exploitation. Treat this as publicly documented risk, not confirmed in-the-wild exploitation.
Researcher notes
Key gaps are authentication requirements, vulnerable endpoint details, affected version range, and remediation status. Avoid assuming broader Real3D FlipBook product impact from this bundle alone.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory WordPress sites for real3d-flipbook-lite and confirm the exact installed version.
- Disable or remove version 1.0 if present until vendor guidance confirms a safe version.
- Check the WordPress plugin page and vendor sources for remediation guidance.
- Ensure recent backups exist before changing affected WordPress installations.
Validation and detection
- Review WordPress plugin inventories for real3d-flipbook-lite version 1.0.
- Check filesystem and WordPress logs for unexpected file deletions or plugin delete actions.
- Confirm whether the plugin is still needed on each exposed WordPress site.
- Document version status, mitigation decision, and any vendor guidance found.
Public sources used
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- Unknown
- CVSS
- Not scored
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
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CVSS and timeline data
No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/real3d-flipbook-lite/#developersCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://mukarramkhalid.com/wordpress-real-3d-flipbook-plugin-exploit/CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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