Vulnerability Description
The Hot Random Image plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.2 via the 'path' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to access arbitrary images with allowed extensions, outside of the originally intended directory.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hot-Themes | Hot Random Image | < 1.9.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/hot-random-image/tags/1.9.2/hot_randoProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3298033/Patch
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/hot-random-image/#developersProduct
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/d6628232-0bd1-4194-832Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-4419?
CVE-2025-4419 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Hot Random Image plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.9.2 via the 'path' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with...
How severe is CVE-2025-4419?
CVE-2025-4419 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-4419?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hot-Themes Hot Random Image.