Vulnerability Description
The Avatar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in a function in all versions up to, and including, 0.1.4. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-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://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/avatar/trunk/avatar.php#L417
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/avatar/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/01769760-5bfe-4352-bc5
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-3520?
CVE-2025-3520 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). The Avatar plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in a function in all versions up to, and including, 0.1.4. This makes it possible for ...
How severe is CVE-2025-3520?
CVE-2025-3520 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-3520?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.