CVE-2025-6070

Restrict File Access <= 1.1.2 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Read

Description

The Restrict File Access plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.1.2 via the output() function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.50%
Affected: josxha Restrict File Access
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6e9eec61-bf51-4cf7-b567-58ee2ccd91c5?source=cve
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/restrict-file-access/trunk/url_rewrite/url_rewrite.php#L77

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-6070?
CVE-2025-6070 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-6070?
To fix CVE-2025-6070, 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-2025-6070 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-6070 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-2025-6070?
CVE-2025-6070 affects josxha Restrict File Access.
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