CVE-2025-5014: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in Chimp Group Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme
The Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the 'wp_rem_cs_widget_file_delete' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, 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).
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the 'wp_rem_cs_widget_file_delete' function, which fails to properly restrict file paths. This flaw permits authenticated attackers with low-level privileges (Subscriber and above) to delete arbitrary files on the server. Such file deletions can facilitate remote code execution by removing critical files necessary for WordPress operation. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high severity. It affects all versions up to 2.8. There is no vendor advisory or patch available at this time.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access can delete arbitrary files on the server, potentially causing denial of service or enabling remote code execution by deleting key files such as wp-config.php. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The high CVSS score reflects the significant risk posed by this vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Subscriber-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from Chimp Group regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2025-5014: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in Chimp Group Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme
Description
The Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the 'wp_rem_cs_widget_file_delete' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.8. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, 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).
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Home Villas | Real Estate WordPress Theme contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the 'wp_rem_cs_widget_file_delete' function, which fails to properly restrict file paths. This flaw permits authenticated attackers with low-level privileges (Subscriber and above) to delete arbitrary files on the server. Such file deletions can facilitate remote code execution by removing critical files necessary for WordPress operation. The vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.8, indicating high severity. It affects all versions up to 2.8. There is no vendor advisory or patch available at this time.
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access can delete arbitrary files on the server, potentially causing denial of service or enabling remote code execution by deleting key files such as wp-config.php. This compromises confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The high CVSS score reflects the significant risk posed by this vulnerability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict Subscriber-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from Chimp Group regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-05-20T16:58:26.942Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6864b0fa6f40f0eb72917184
Added to database: 7/2/2025, 4:09:30 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 10:26:40 AM
Last updated: 5/9/2026, 6:45:41 PM
Views: 142
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.