CVE-2022-31474: WordPress BackupBuddy Plugin 8.5.8.0-8.7.4.1 is vulnerable to Directory Traversal
Directory Traversal vulnerability in iThemes BackupBuddy plugin 8.5.8.0 - 8.7.4.1 versions.
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Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in iThemes BackupBuddy allows Path Traversal.This issue affects BackupBuddy: from 8.5.8.0 through 8.7.4.1.
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What is the severity of CVE-2022-31474?
The severity of CVE-2022-31474 is high (7.5).
Which versions of the iThemes BackupBuddy plugin are affected by CVE-2022-31474?
Versions 8.5.8.0 to 8.7.4.1 of the iThemes BackupBuddy plugin are affected by CVE-2022-31474.
What is the CWE ID for CVE-2022-31474?
The CWE ID for CVE-2022-31474 is 22.
How can I fix the Directory Traversal vulnerability in iThemes BackupBuddy plugin 8.5.8.0 - 8.7.4.1 versions?
To fix the Directory Traversal vulnerability, update the iThemes BackupBuddy plugin to version 8.7.5.0 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-31474?
More information about CVE-2022-31474 can be found at the following references: [1](https://ithemes.com/blog/wordpress-vulnerability-report-special-edition-september-6-2022-backupbuddy/) and [2](https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/backupbuddy/wordpress-backup-buddy-plugin-8-5-8-0-8-7-4-1-unauthenticated-path-traversal-arbitrary-file-download-vulnerability?_s_id=cve).