CVE-2025-4222

Database Toolset <= 1.8.4 - Unauthenticated Sensitive Information Exposure via Backup Files

Description

The Database Toolset plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.4 via backup files stored in a publicly accessible location. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data from database backup files. An index file is present, so a brute force attack would need to be successful in order to compromise any data.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: neoslab Database Toolset
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-4222?
CVE-2025-4222 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-4222?
To fix CVE-2025-4222, 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-2025-4222 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-4222 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-2025-4222?
CVE-2025-4222 affects neoslab Database Toolset.
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