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CVE-2018-25324: Simple Fields 0.2-0.3.5 Local File Inclusion via wp_abspath

Simple Fields 0.2 through 0.3.5 WordPress Plugin contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by injecting null bytes into the wp_abspath parameter on PHP versions before 5.3.4. Attackers can supply malicious wp_abspath values to simple_fields.php to include files like /etc/passwd or inject PHP code into Apache logs for remote code execution when allow_url_include is enabled.

MediumCVSS 6.9Not KEV-listedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2018-25324 affects the legacy Simple Fields WordPress plugin versions 0.2 through 0.3.5. The reported issue can let an unauthenticated attacker read files from the server under older PHP behavior. Business risk is mainly sensitive file exposure, with more serious impact possible only under specific insecure PHP configuration. Exposure is most likely in old WordPress installations still running Simple Fields 0.2-0.3.5 with PHP before 5.3.4. Modern PHP versions reduce the specific null-byte condition, but plugin presence should still be verified. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item with moderate urgency. Prioritize internet-facing WordPress sites, especially those with obsolete PHP. Escalate if the plugin is present on systems storing credentials or regulated data. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove or replace Simple Fields 0.2-0.3.5 installations.; Check vendor or WordPress plugin guidance for supported fixed versions or migration advice.; Ensure PHP is not running versions before 5.3.4..

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record
Severity
Medium
CVSS
6.9 (4.0)
Known Exploited
No
Published

Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

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1ADP providers
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SSVC decision data

CISA-ADPCISA Coordinator
Timestamp
Version
2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: noTechnical Impact: partial

CVSS vector scores

2 official scores

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ScoreVersionSeverityVectorExploitImpactSource
6.9CVSS 4.0MediumCVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:NVulnCheck
6.2CVSS 3.1MediumCVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N2.53.6VulnCheck

Vulnerability scoring details

Base CVSS 4.0 score

6.9Medium
CVSS 4.0 vector shape for CVE-2018-25324Attack VectorAttack ComplexityAttack RequirementsPrivileges RequiredUser InteractionVS ConfidentialityVS IntegrityVS AvailabilitySS ConfidentialitySS IntegritySS Availability

Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Attack Vector
NetworkAdjacentLocalPhysical
Attack Complexity
LowHigh
Attack Requirements
NonePresent
Privileges Required
NoneLowHigh
User Interaction
NonePassiveActive
VS Confidentiality
HighLowNone
VS Integrity
HighLowNone
VS Availability
HighLowNone
SS Confidentiality
HighLowNone
SS Integrity
HighLowNone
SS Availability
HighLowNone

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Affected products

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
Simple-FieldsSimple Fields0.2 - 0.3.5Listed
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CWE-98 · source CWE mapping

Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')

Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.