Vulnerability Description
The WP-DownloadManager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to lack of restriction on the directory a file can be deleted from in all versions up to, and including, 1.68.10. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-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). This vulnerability can be paired with CVE-2025-4798 to delete any file within the WordPress root directory.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp-Downloadmanager Project | Wp-Downloadmanager | < 1.68.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-downloadmanager/trunk/download-manProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-downloadmanager/trunk/download-optProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-downloadmanager/trunk/download-optProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3294467/Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/f9d9e485-171f-4e36-943Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-4799?
CVE-2025-4799 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The WP-DownloadManager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to lack of restriction on the directory a file can be deleted from in all versions up to, and including, 1.68.1...
How severe is CVE-2025-4799?
CVE-2025-4799 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-2025-4799?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wp-Downloadmanager Project Wp-Downloadmanager.