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CVE-2020-24312: mndpsingh287 WP File Manager v6.4 and lower fails to restrict external access to the fm_backups directory w...

mndpsingh287 WP File Manager v6.4 and lower fails to restrict external access to the fm_backups directory with a .htaccess file. This results in the ability for unauthenticated users to browse and download any site backups, which sometimes include full database backups, that the plugin has taken.

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Plain-English summary

This issue can expose backup files from vulnerable WordPress sites using WP File Manager v6.4 or lower. An unauthenticated visitor may be able to browse and download plugin-created backups, which may include full database backups. The business risk is data exposure, credential leakage, and follow-on compromise if secrets are present.

Executive priority

Treat this as a high-priority data exposure risk for affected WordPress sites. The main concern is not website defacement but silent download of backups that may contain customer data, database contents, and credentials.

Technical view

CVE-2020-24312 describes missing access restrictions for the WP File Manager plugin's fm_backups directory in v6.4 and lower. The CVE says unauthenticated users can browse and download site backups, sometimes including full database backups. The provided sources do not include CVSS, CWE, a confirmed fixed version, or vendor mitigation details.

Likely exposure

WordPress sites are most likely exposed if they run mndpsingh287 WP File Manager v6.4 or lower and have plugin-created backups stored under the web-accessible backup directory.

Exploitation context

The source bundle does not show CISA KEV listing or other evidence of active exploitation. The CVE description states the access is unauthenticated, which lowers attacker effort, but the bundle does not provide exploit telemetry or patch status.

Researcher notes

Evidence is narrow but clear: the CVE describes unauthenticated backup browsing and download for WP File Manager v6.4 and lower. The provided bundle lacks CVSS scoring, CWE mapping, fixed-version details, exploit status, and affected CPEs, so validation should focus on local inventory and exposure testing.

Mitigation direction

  • Identify WordPress sites using WP File Manager v6.4 or lower.
  • Check vendor guidance for a fixed release or official workaround.
  • Remove or disable the plugin if it is not required.
  • Block public web access to plugin backup storage.
  • Move or delete backups from web-accessible locations.
  • Rotate secrets if exposed backups contained credentials.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory WordPress plugins and confirm WP File Manager versions.
  • Verify backup directories cannot be browsed or downloaded anonymously.
  • Review web access logs for backup file requests.
  • Inspect any exposed backups for databases, credentials, or secrets.
  • Confirm server and CDN rules deny direct backup access.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
3

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