CVE-2024-56286: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in webcodingplace Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in webcodingplace Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder classic-addons-wpbakery-page-builder-addons allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder: from n/a through <= 3.0.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2024-56286 in Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder is a path traversal flaw that allows PHP Local File Inclusion due to improper restriction of pathname inputs. This can be exploited remotely over the network by an attacker with low privileges without requiring user interaction. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.5, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Affected versions include all releases up to 3.0. No patch or official fix has been documented in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files on the affected system. The CVSS score of 7.5 indicates a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. However, there are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, it is recommended to restrict access to the affected plugin and monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts. Avoid exposing the plugin to untrusted users or networks. Follow vendor channels for updates on patches or mitigations.
CVE-2024-56286: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in webcodingplace Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder
Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in webcodingplace Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder classic-addons-wpbakery-page-builder-addons allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder: from n/a through <= 3.0.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2024-56286 in Classic Addons – WPBakery Page Builder is a path traversal flaw that allows PHP Local File Inclusion due to improper restriction of pathname inputs. This can be exploited remotely over the network by an attacker with low privileges without requiring user interaction. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 7.5, reflecting high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Affected versions include all releases up to 3.0. No patch or official fix has been documented in the provided data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to arbitrary code execution or unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files on the affected system. The CVSS score of 7.5 indicates a high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. However, there are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, it is recommended to restrict access to the affected plugin and monitor for suspicious activity related to file inclusion attempts. Avoid exposing the plugin to untrusted users or networks. Follow vendor channels for updates on patches or mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2024-12-18T19:04:54.438Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69cd75cfe6bfc5ba1df07d4b
Added to database: 4/1/2026, 7:45:19 PM
Last enriched: 5/1/2026, 7:10:55 AM
Last updated: 5/21/2026, 7:34:42 PM
Views: 24
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