Vulnerability Description
The WP File Download plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 6.3.8 via the 'remoteurl' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information. An authenticated attacker with Subscriber-level access first poisons the _wpfd_file_metadata['file'] post-meta value via the unprotected file.save handler, after which the streaming endpoint — hooked on init with no authentication requirement — resolves and streams the traversed file path to any caller, including unauthenticated visitors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-file-download/trunk/app/site/init.
- https://www.joomunited.com/changelog/wp-file-download-changelog
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/2b99e525-c1d3-463d-8b8
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-14975?
CVE-2026-14975 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The WP File Download plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 6.3.8 via the 'remoteurl' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attac...
How severe is CVE-2026-14975?
CVE-2026-14975 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-14975?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.