Vulnerability Description
The Kirki – Freeform Page Builder, Website Builder & Customizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation and missing capability check in the 'downloadZIP' function in all versions up to, and including, 6.0.6. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read and delete arbitrary files limited in the WordPress uploads base directory.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/kirki/tags/6.0.1/includes/API.php#L60
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3535640/kirki/trunk/includes/API.ph
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/b073edd0-3f40-423e-976
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-8073?
CVE-2026-8073 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The Kirki – Freeform Page Builder, Website Builder & Customizer plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation and missing capability check in t...
How severe is CVE-2026-8073?
CVE-2026-8073 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-8073?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.