CVE-2025-9217
Slider Revolution <= 6.7.36 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Arbitrary File Read via 'used_svg' and 'used_images'
Description
The Slider Revolution plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 6.7.36 via the 'used_svg' and 'used_images' parameters. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 29, 2025, 11:15 a.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 29, 2025, 4:24 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update Slider Revolution plugin to version 6.7.37 or later.
- Restrict file read access for contributor-level users.
- Monitor server logs for suspicious file access patterns.
Public PoC/Exploit Available at Github
CVE-2025-9217 has a 1 public
PoC/Exploit available at Github.
Go to the Public Exploits tab to see the list.
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-2025-9217.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://www.sliderrevolution.com/documentation/changelog/#6-7-37 | |
| https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ea49df40-e58f-4e20-8e48-ed0f9a1b94ca?source=cve |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2025-9217 is
associated with the following CWEs:
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2025-9217
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Aug. 29, 2025
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description The Slider Revolution plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Path Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 6.7.36 via the 'used_svg' and 'used_images' parameters. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-22 Added Reference https://www.sliderrevolution.com/documentation/changelog/#6-7-37 Added Reference https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ea49df40-e58f-4e20-8e48-ed0f9a1b94ca?source=cve