CVE-2025-2004: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in wpminds Simple WP Events
The Simple WP Events plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the wpe_delete_file AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.17. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php). CVE-2025-32509 is a duplicate of this.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-2004 is an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the Simple WP Events WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.8.17). The issue arises from insufficient validation of file paths in the wpe_delete_file AJAX action, allowing unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server. This can escalate to remote code execution if critical files such as wp-config.php are deleted. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path) and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, reflecting its critical impact and ease of exploitation without authentication.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the affected server, potentially leading to denial of service or remote code execution if critical files are removed. This can compromise the integrity and availability of the WordPress site and underlying server environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the affected plugin's AJAX actions and consider disabling or removing the Simple WP Events plugin if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
CVE-2025-2004: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in wpminds Simple WP Events
Description
The Simple WP Events plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the wpe_delete_file AJAX action in all versions up to, and including, 1.8.17. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php). CVE-2025-32509 is a duplicate of this.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-2004 is an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the Simple WP Events WordPress plugin (versions up to 1.8.17). The issue arises from insufficient validation of file paths in the wpe_delete_file AJAX action, allowing unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server. This can escalate to remote code execution if critical files such as wp-config.php are deleted. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path) and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, reflecting its critical impact and ease of exploitation without authentication.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the affected server, potentially leading to denial of service or remote code execution if critical files are removed. This can compromise the integrity and availability of the WordPress site and underlying server environment.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the affected plugin's AJAX actions and consider disabling or removing the Simple WP Events plugin if possible. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-03-05T21:07:47.358Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6b1db7ef31ef0b54e3e0
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:35:25 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:06:15 AM
Last updated: 4/11/2026, 6:38:27 PM
Views: 13
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