CVE-2019-25295
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Directory Traversal in WP Cost Estimation Plugin Allows File Overwrite

Publication date: 2026-01-08

Last updated on: 2026-01-08

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The WP Cost Estimation plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Upload Directory Traversal in versions before 9.660 via the uploadFormFiles function. This allows attackers to overwrite any file with a whitelisted type on an affected site.
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Published
2026-01-08
Last Modified
2026-01-08
Generated
2026-06-16
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2026-01-08
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2019-25295
EUVD
EUVD-2026-1597
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Vendor Product Version / Range
wp_cost_estimation plugin to 9.660 (exc)
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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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Executive Summary

The WP Cost Estimation plugin for WordPress has a vulnerability in versions before 9.660 where the uploadFormFiles function allows an attacker to perform an Upload Directory Traversal. This means an attacker can overwrite any file with a whitelisted type on the affected site by manipulating the upload path.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow an attacker to overwrite files on the affected WordPress site, potentially leading to unauthorized changes or disruptions. Although it does not directly impact confidentiality, it can affect the integrity and availability of the site.

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