Vulnerability Description
The Smart Slider 3 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 3.5.1.36 via the replaceHTMLImage function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/smart-slider-3/trunk/Nextend/SmartSli
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/smart-slider-3/trunk/Nextend/SmartSli
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/smart-slider-3/trunk/Nextend/SmartSli
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/059c2d6d-1296-4463-96a
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-9197?
CVE-2026-9197 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The Smart Slider 3 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 3.5.1.36 via the replaceHTMLImage function. This makes it possible for authenticated ...
How severe is CVE-2026-9197?
CVE-2026-9197 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-9197?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.