CVE-2026-17540 — HIGH (8.8)

Vulnerability Description

The File Manager WordPress plugin before 6.9.1 does not properly authorise its file management commands, allowing any authenticated user, such as a subscriber, to read and delete arbitrary files under the WordPress installation directory, which could lead to the disclosure of the site's configuration secrets and to denial of service.

CVSS Score

8.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-284

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/096cb7df-26a5-4f5f-bbec-725e063a2b75/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-17540?

CVE-2026-17540 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The File Manager WordPress plugin before 6.9.1 does not properly authorise its file management commands, allowing any authenticated user, such as a subscriber, to read and delete arbitrary files under...

How severe is CVE-2026-17540?

CVE-2026-17540 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-17540?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.