CVE-2026-15019
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Directory Traversal in Direct Download for WooCommerce Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-10

Last updated on: 2026-09-10

Assigner: Wordfence

Description
The Direct Download for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.19 via the (top-level include) function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information. The product ownership check only verifies that some free, virtual, downloadable product exists on the site — not that the requested file path belongs to that product's configured downloads — making exploitation viable on any WooCommerce site with at least one such product.

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Published
2026-09-10
Last Modified
2026-09-10
Generated
2026-09-30
AI Q&A
2026-09-10
EPSS Evaluated
2026-09-29
NVD
CVE-2026-15019
EUVD
EUVD-2026-75243

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Vendor Product Version / Range
woocommerce woocommerce to 1.19 (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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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a Directory Traversal issue in the Direct Download for WooCommerce plugin for WordPress. It affects versions up to and including 1.19. The flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files on the server by exploiting a weak product ownership check. The check only verifies the existence of a free, virtual, downloadable product but does not confirm if the requested file belongs to that product's downloads, making exploitation possible on any WooCommerce site with at least one such product.

Detection Guidance

Check if the Direct Download for WooCommerce plugin is installed and verify its version. If it is version 1.19 or lower, the vulnerability may be present. Inspect server logs for unusual file access patterns or requests containing path traversal sequences like '../'.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow attackers to access sensitive files on your server, such as configuration files, logs, or other confidential data. If exploited, it may lead to unauthorized disclosure of information, potential data breaches, or further compromise of the system. Attackers could leverage this to gain insights into your system's structure or extract credentials and other sensitive details.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Exposure of personal or health-related data could result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage due to non-compliance with data protection standards.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Direct Download for WooCommerce plugin to the latest version immediately. If an update is not available, consider disabling the plugin temporarily until a patch is released. Review file permissions on the server to restrict access to sensitive files.

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