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9.8

rtMedia plugin may delete arbitrary files on server

CVE-2026-105892 · published 22 days ago
Summary

The rtMedia extension for WordPress, BuddyPress and bbPress can be tricked into removing files it shouldn't, potentially erasing important data or system components. This happens because the plugin does not correctly restrict the locations it can access. Update the plugin beyond version 4.7.13 or apply the vendor's patch to stop the issue.

What to do
  • Update rtcamp inc. rtmedia for wordpress, buddypress and bbpress to version 4.7.14.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
rtcamp inc. rtmedia for wordpress, buddypress and bbpress <= 4.7.13
Fix: upgrade to 4.7.14
Original advisory text
WordPress rtMedia for WordPress, BuddyPress and bbPress plugin <= 4.7.13 - Arbitrary File Deletion vulnerability
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in rtCamp Inc. rtMedia for WordPress, BuddyPress and bbPress buddypress-media allows Path Traversal.This issue affects rtMedia for WordPress, BuddyPress and bbPress: from n/a through 4.7.13.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically
  • Gives an attacker full control
Severity
9.8 Critical
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-22Path Traversal
Timeline
Published10 Oct 2026
Updated29 Oct 2026
First seen10 Oct 2026
Sources
CVE-2026-105892 · NVD
CVE-2026-105892 · MITRE
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