Vulnerability Description
The User Meta – User Profile Builder and User management plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the postInsertUserProcess function in all versions up to, and including, 3.1.2. 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/user-meta/tags/3.1.2/models/classes/U
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/d482f3a1-4a5a-4382-88b
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-9693?
CVE-2025-9693 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.0 (HIGH). The User Meta – User Profile Builder and User management plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the postInsertUserProcess func...
How severe is CVE-2025-9693?
CVE-2025-9693 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-9693?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.