CVE-2026-16616
Simple File List <= 6.3.11 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Read and Move via Path Traversal
Description
The Simple File List WordPress plugin through 6.3.11 does not validate the source path of a file-move operation reachable by unauthenticated users, allowing them to read arbitrary files on the server and to relocate critical files out of the web root, leading to sensitive information disclosure and potential site takeover.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 19, 2026, 6:17 a.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 19, 2026, 6:17 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-16616
vulnerability.
Even if cvefeed.io is aware of the exact versions of the
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affected, the information is not represented in the table below.
No affected product recoded yet
Solution
- Update the Simple File List plugin.
- Remove the plugin if not actively maintained.
- Restrict access to the plugin's functionality.
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-2026-16616.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9631c97e-42e5-43b0-8998-e106f474ffba/ |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-16616 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-16616
weaknesses.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Aug. 19, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'Unknown', 'product': 'Simple File List', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '0', 'versionType': 'semver', 'lessThanOrEqual': '6.3.11'}], 'defaultStatus': 'unknown'}] Added Description The Simple File List WordPress plugin through 6.3.11 does not validate the source path of a file-move operation reachable by unauthenticated users, allowing them to read arbitrary files on the server and to relocate critical files out of the web root, leading to sensitive information disclosure and potential site takeover. Added Reference https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/9631c97e-42e5-43b0-8998-e106f474ffba/