CVE-2025-68912
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2026-01-22
Last updated on: 2026-04-27
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| harmonic_design | hdforms | From 1.0.0 (inc) to 1.6.1 (inc) |
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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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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-68912 is a high-priority Arbitrary File Deletion vulnerability in the WordPress HDForms Plugin versions up to and including 1.6.1. It allows an unauthenticated attacker to delete arbitrary files from the affected website by exploiting a Path Traversal flaw, which improperly limits pathname access to restricted directories. This can lead to deletion of critical core files and disrupt website functionality. The issue is categorized under OWASP Top 10 A1: Broken Access Control. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
Exploitation of this vulnerability can allow attackers to delete important files on your website without authentication. This can cause your website to break or stop functioning properly, potentially leading to downtime, loss of data, and compromised website integrity. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate steps include applying the mitigation rule issued by Patchstack to block attacks exploiting this vulnerability until an official patch is released. Additionally, consider using automated vulnerability mitigation services provided by Patchstack to protect your website. Monitoring for any suspicious file deletion activity and restricting access to the affected plugin may also help reduce risk. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
There is no specific information provided about detection methods or commands to identify this vulnerability on your network or system. However, Patchstack has issued a mitigation rule to block attacks exploiting this vulnerability until an official patch is available. For detection, monitoring web server logs for unusual file deletion requests or attempts to access restricted directories via path traversal patterns may help, but no explicit commands are provided. [1]