CWE
22
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2019-6726: Path Traversal

First published: Mon Jul 29 2019(Updated: )

The WP Fastest Cache plugin through 0.8.9.0 for WordPress allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files because wp_postratings_clear_fastest_cache and rm_folder_recursively in wpFastestCache.php mishandle ../ in an HTTP Referer header.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
WP Fastest Cache<=0.8.9.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2019-6726?

    CVE-2019-6726 is considered to have a medium severity level due to its potential to allow remote attackers to delete arbitrary files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2019-6726?

    To fix CVE-2019-6726, you should update the WP Fastest Cache plugin to version 0.8.9.1 or later.

  • What vulnerability does CVE-2019-6726 involve?

    CVE-2019-6726 involves a file deletion vulnerability in the WP Fastest Cache plugin for WordPress.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2019-6726?

    Any WordPress site using WP Fastest Cache plugin versions up to and including 0.8.9.0 is affected by CVE-2019-6726.

  • What functions are exploited in CVE-2019-6726?

    CVE-2019-6726 exploits the wp_postratings_clear_fastest_cache and rm_folder_recursively functions in wpFastestCache.php.

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