CVE-2025-1730

Simple Download Counter <= 2.0 - Authenticated (Author+) Arbitrary File Read

Description

The Simple Download Counter plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 2.0 via the 'simple_download_counter_download_handler'. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to extract sensitive data including any local file on the server, such as wp-config.php or /etc/passwd.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: specialk Simple Download Counter
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/d0eafb20-4ef2-448b-9da7-ad8aa9e45215?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/simple-download-counter/tags/2.0/inc/functions-core.php#L328
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/simple-download-counter/tags/2.0/inc/functions-core.php#L354
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3247987/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-1730?
CVE-2025-1730 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-1730?
To fix CVE-2025-1730, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-1730 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-1730 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-1730?
CVE-2025-1730 affects specialk Simple Download Counter.
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