CVE-2025-22288: WordPress Smush Image Compression and Optimization plugin <= 3.17.0 - Directory Traversal vulnerability

Published Nov 6, 2025
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Updated

Path Traversal: '.../...//' vulnerability in WPMU DEV - Your All-in-One WordPress Platform Smush Image Compression and Optimization wp-smushit allows Path Traversal.This issue affects Smush Image Compression and Optimization: from n/a through <= 3.17.0.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPMU DEV Smush Image Compression and Optimization<=3.17.0

Event History

Nov 6, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-22288?

CVE-2025-22288 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-22288?

To fix CVE-2025-22288, update the WPMU DEV Smush Image Compression and Optimization plugin to version 3.17.1 or later.

3

What does CVE-2025-22288 affect?

CVE-2025-22288 affects the WPMU DEV Smush Image Compression and Optimization plugin versions up to and including 3.17.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-22288?

CVE-2025-22288 is a Path Traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to access restricted directories.

5

Is CVE-2025-22288 being actively exploited?

As of now, there are no confirmed reports of active exploitation of CVE-2025-22288.

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