CVE-2025-11973: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path
The 简数采集器 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 2.6.3 via the __kds_flag functionality that imports featured images. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Adminstrator-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The 简数采集器 plugin for WordPress contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability (CWE-73) in all versions up to and including 2.6.3. The flaw exists in the __kds_flag functionality that handles importing featured images, allowing authenticated attackers with Administrator or higher privileges to read arbitrary files on the server. This could lead to disclosure of sensitive data. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 4.9 (medium), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required, no user interaction, unchanged scope, high confidentiality impact, and no integrity or availability impact. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Administrator-level access can exploit this vulnerability to read arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress plugin. This can lead to exposure of sensitive information stored in those files, potentially compromising confidentiality. There is no impact on system integrity or availability. The vulnerability requires high privileges, limiting exploitation to trusted users with elevated access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Administrator-level access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the __kds_flag functionality. Avoid using the affected plugin versions if possible or consider disabling the plugin temporarily.
CVE-2025-11973: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path
Description
The 简数采集器 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 2.6.3 via the __kds_flag functionality that imports featured images. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Adminstrator-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The 简数采集器 plugin for WordPress contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability (CWE-73) in all versions up to and including 2.6.3. The flaw exists in the __kds_flag functionality that handles importing featured images, allowing authenticated attackers with Administrator or higher privileges to read arbitrary files on the server. This could lead to disclosure of sensitive data. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 4.9 (medium), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, high privileges required, no user interaction, unchanged scope, high confidentiality impact, and no integrity or availability impact. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Administrator-level access can exploit this vulnerability to read arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress plugin. This can lead to exposure of sensitive information stored in those files, potentially compromising confidentiality. There is no impact on system integrity or availability. The vulnerability requires high privileges, limiting exploitation to trusted users with elevated access.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Administrator-level access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the __kds_flag functionality. Avoid using the affected plugin versions if possible or consider disabling the plugin temporarily.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-10-20T15:47:04.960Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 69202539cf2d47c3899a7b1b
Added to database: 11/21/2025, 8:39:21 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 4:00:40 PM
Last updated: 5/10/2026, 2:07:01 AM
Views: 140
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