CVE-2025-1310: Jobs for WordPress <= 2.7.11 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Read
First published: Wed Mar 26 2025(Updated: )
The Jobs for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 2.7.11 via the 'job_postings_get_file' parameter. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress Jobs | <=2.7.11 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/408312d3-9a9e-4b6b-9991-aee6b77745b2?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/job-postings/tags/2.7.11/include/class-job-get-uploaded-file.php#L91
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3257145%40job-postings&new=3257145%40job-postings&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-1310?
CVE-2025-1310 is rated as high severity due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2025-1310?
To fix CVE-2025-1310, update the Jobs for WordPress plugin to version 2.7.12 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-1310?
CVE-2025-1310 affects authenticated users with Subscriber-level access and above.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2025-1310?
CVE-2025-1310 allows authenticated attackers to exploit directory traversal to read sensitive file contents.
What versions of the Jobs for WordPress plugin are vulnerable to CVE-2025-1310?
All versions of the Jobs for WordPress plugin up to and including 2.7.11 are vulnerable to CVE-2025-1310.
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