CVE-2025-48273: WordPress WP Job Portal plugin <= 2.3.2 - Arbitrary File Download Vulnerability

Published May 23, 2025
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Updated

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in wpjobportal WP Job Portal wp-job-portal allows Path Traversal.This issue affects WP Job Portal: from n/a through <= 2.3.2.

Affected Software

3 affected components
WP Job Portal WP Job Portal<=2.3.2
WordPress WP Job Portal<=2.3.2
wpjobportal Wp Job Portal Wordpress<2.3.3

Remediation

Information

Update the WordPress WP Job Portal plugin to the latest available version (at least 2.3.3).

Event History

May 23, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:43 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48273?

CVE-2025-48273 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48273?

To fix CVE-2025-48273, upgrade the WP Job Portal to version 2.3.3 or later, which contains the necessary security patches.

3

What types of systems are affected by CVE-2025-48273?

CVE-2025-48273 affects all versions of WP Job Portal from n/a through 2.3.2 when installed on WordPress.

4

What kind of attack can be executed using CVE-2025-48273?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-48273 can allow attackers to conduct path traversal attacks, potentially accessing files outside the intended directory.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-48273 if I cannot update immediately?

A temporary workaround for CVE-2025-48273 is to disable the WP Job Portal plugin until an update can be applied.

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