CVE-2025-3300: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in ludwigyou WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin
The WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to read and modify the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin for WordPress suffers from a CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability. Authenticated attackers with Administrator privileges can exploit this flaw to access and modify arbitrary files on the server, potentially compromising sensitive data and system integrity. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 2.5.2. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.2, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Administrator-level access can leverage this vulnerability to read and modify arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress plugin. This can result in disclosure of sensitive information, unauthorized changes to critical files, and potential disruption of service. The high CVSS score reflects significant impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Administrator access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file access or modification within the plugin. Avoid granting unnecessary Administrator privileges to reduce risk.
CVE-2025-3300: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in ludwigyou WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin
Description
The WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Administrator-level access and above, to read and modify the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The WPMasterToolKit (WPMTK) – All in one plugin for WordPress suffers from a CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability. Authenticated attackers with Administrator privileges can exploit this flaw to access and modify arbitrary files on the server, potentially compromising sensitive data and system integrity. The vulnerability affects all versions up to 2.5.2. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.2, indicating high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official fix has been documented yet.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Administrator-level access can leverage this vulnerability to read and modify arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress plugin. This can result in disclosure of sensitive information, unauthorized changes to critical files, and potential disruption of service. The high CVSS score reflects significant impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Administrator access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file access or modification within the plugin. Avoid granting unnecessary Administrator privileges to reduce risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-04-04T19:18:20.231Z
- Cisa Enriched
- true
Threat ID: 682d9840c4522896dcbf1409
Added to database: 5/21/2025, 9:09:20 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:12:42 AM
Last updated: 5/9/2026, 5:36:45 PM
Views: 84
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