CVE-2025-31635
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-06-09
Last updated on: 2026-04-28
Assigner: Patchstack
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-22 | The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a Path Traversal issue in the LambertGroup CLEVER WordPress plugin (up to version 2.6) that allows unauthenticated attackers to download arbitrary files from the affected website. This means attackers can access sensitive files such as login credentials and backup files by exploiting the improper limitation of pathnames to restricted directories. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data, including login credentials and backup files, which can compromise the security of your website. Since attackers do not need authentication, this poses a high risk of mass exploitation. It may result in data breaches and potential further attacks on your system. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves monitoring for exploit attempts that try to download arbitrary files via path traversal in the LambertGroup CLEVER plugin. Since plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable, it is recommended to use network monitoring tools to detect unusual HTTP requests containing path traversal patterns (e.g., '../'). Specific commands are not provided in the available resources. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include applying the virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack, which blocks exploit attempts without performance loss. Since no official patch or fixed version is currently available, users should promptly apply this virtual patch and consider professional incident response if their sites are compromised. [1]