CVE-2025-2004

Simple WP Events <= 1.8.17 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion

Description

The Simple WP Events plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the wpe_delete_file AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.17. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php).

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.37%
Affected: wpminds Simple WP Events
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/abdca93e-f68d-4a96-8bd7-443ee46ccb5a?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/simple-wp-events/trunk/admin/includes/wp-events-export-events.php#L399

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2004?
CVE-2025-2004 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-2004?
To fix CVE-2025-2004, 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-2025-2004 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-2004 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-2025-2004?
CVE-2025-2004 affects wpminds Simple WP Events.
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