CVE-2025-69380
Path Traversal in Upload Files Anywhere Plugin Allows Arbitrary File Access
Publication date: 2026-02-20
Last updated on: 2026-02-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| vanquish | upload_files_anywhere | to 2.8 (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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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'CVE-2025-69380 is a high-priority Arbitrary File Download vulnerability in the WordPress plugin "Upload Files Anywhere" versions 2.8 and earlier.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This vulnerability is a type of Path Traversal issue, classified under OWASP Top 10 A1: Broken Access Control, which allows unauthenticated attackers to download arbitrary files from the affected website.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Exploitation does not require authentication, making it easier for attackers to access sensitive files.'}] [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on your website, including files containing login credentials or backups.
Such unauthorized access can compromise the security and integrity of your website and potentially expose confidential information.
Because the vulnerability requires no authentication to exploit, it poses a high risk and a strong likelihood of exploitation.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
[{'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'This vulnerability allows unauthenticated attackers to download arbitrary files from the affected WordPress plugin "Upload Files Anywhere" versions 2.8 and earlier.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'No official patch is currently available for this issue.'}, {'type': 'paragraph', 'content': 'Patchstack has issued a mitigation rule that blocks attacks exploiting this vulnerability.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Apply the Patchstack mitigation rule immediately to protect your website until an official patch is released.'}, {'type': 'list_item', 'content': 'Monitor for updates from Patchstack or the plugin developer for an official patch and apply it once available.'}] [1]