CVE-2015-10134
WordPress Simple Backup Arbitrary File Download Vulnerability
Description
The Simple Backup plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Download in versions up to, and including, 2.7.10. via the download_backup_file function. This is due to a lack of capability checks and file type validation. This makes it possible for attackers to download sensitive files such as the wp-config.php file from the affected site.
INFO
Published Date :
July 19, 2025, 10:15 a.m.
Last Modified :
July 22, 2025, 1:06 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2015-10134
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update the Simple Backup plugin to the latest version.
- Verify plugin settings for file access controls.
- Remove the plugin if it is not actively used.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2015-10134.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/131919/ | |
| https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/29482b70-0ff2-4bb1-9d41-9cffb83b5ad0?source=cve |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2015-10134 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
(CAPEC)
stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2015-10134
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jul. 19, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description The Simple Backup plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Download in versions up to, and including, 2.7.10. via the download_backup_file function. This is due to a lack of capability checks and file type validation. This makes it possible for attackers to download sensitive files such as the wp-config.php file from the affected site. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-22 Added Reference https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/131919/ Added Reference https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/29482b70-0ff2-4bb1-9d41-9cffb83b5ad0?source=cve