CVE-2025-69377
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Path Traversal in wp-user-extra-fields Plugin Allows Directory Access

Publication date: 2026-02-20

Last updated on: 2026-02-25

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in vanquish User Extra Fields wp-user-extra-fields allows Path Traversal.This issue affects User Extra Fields: from n/a through <= 17.0.
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Published
2026-02-20
Last Modified
2026-02-25
Generated
2026-05-07
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2026-02-20
EPSS Evaluated
2026-05-05
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Affected Vendors & Products
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Vendor Product Version / Range
vanquish user_extra_fields to 17.0 (inc)
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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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability is a Path Traversal issue in the vanquish User Extra Fields plugin (wp-user-extra-fields). It allows an attacker to access files and directories outside the intended restricted directory by manipulating the pathname.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

An attacker exploiting this vulnerability could gain unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server, potentially leading to information disclosure, data leakage, or further compromise of the system.


How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:

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How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?

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What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?

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