Vulnerability Description
The Meta Box plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the 'ajax_delete_file' function in all versions up to, and including, 5.11.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php).
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/wpmetabox/meta-box/pull/1654
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/meta-box/tags/5.11.0/inc/fields/file.
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/meta-box/tags/5.11.0/inc/fields/file.
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3475210/meta-box#file3
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/036467de-95bb-4bfd-952
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-14675?
CVE-2025-14675 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The Meta Box plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the 'ajax_delete_file' function in all versions up to, and including, 5.11.1. Thi...
How severe is CVE-2025-14675?
CVE-2025-14675 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-14675?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.