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5.3

Media File Manager plugin lets attackers view any folder

CVE-2018-19040 · published 7 years ago
Summary

The Media File Manager plugin version 1.4.2 for WordPress can be tricked into revealing the contents of any folder on the server by using a specially crafted request. This could expose sensitive files or configuration information. Update the plugin to a fixed version or disable/remove it, and review server files for any data that may have been exposed.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
media_file_manager_project media_file_manager 1.4.2
cpe:2.3:a:media_file_manager_project:media_file_manager:1.4.2:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
Original advisory text
The Media File Manager plugin 1.4.2 for WordPress allows directory listing via a ../ directory traversal in the dir parameter of an mrelocator_getdir action to the wp-admin/admin-ajax.php URI.
The Media File Manager plugin 1.4.2 for WordPress allows directory listing via a ../ directory traversal in the dir parameter of an mrelocator_getdir action to the wp-admin/admin-ajax.php URI.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.3 Medium
Exploitation
12% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-22Path Traversal
Timeline
Published31 Jan 2019
Updated19 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2018-19040 · NVD
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