CVE-2025-9048: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in wptobe Wptobe-memberships
The Wptobe-memberships plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the del_img_ajax_call() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.2. 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
CVE-2025-9048 is an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the Wptobe-memberships WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 3.4.2. The issue arises from insufficient validation of file paths in the del_img_ajax_call() function, enabling authenticated attackers with low privileges (Subscriber-level and above) to delete arbitrary files on the server. This can escalate to remote code execution if key files like wp-config.php are removed. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path).
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress site. This can disrupt site functionality or lead to remote code execution if critical files such as wp-config.php are deleted. The vulnerability poses a high risk to the confidentiality 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 available, restrict Subscriber-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from the Wptobe plugin vendor and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2025-9048: CWE-73 External Control of File Name or Path in wptobe Wptobe-memberships
Description
The Wptobe-memberships plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the del_img_ajax_call() function in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.2. 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
CVE-2025-9048 is an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the Wptobe-memberships WordPress plugin affecting all versions up to 3.4.2. The issue arises from insufficient validation of file paths in the del_img_ajax_call() function, enabling authenticated attackers with low privileges (Subscriber-level and above) to delete arbitrary files on the server. This can escalate to remote code execution if key files like wp-config.php are removed. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-73 (External Control of File Name or Path).
Potential Impact
An attacker with Subscriber-level access or higher can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the WordPress site. This can disrupt site functionality or lead to remote code execution if critical files such as wp-config.php are deleted. The vulnerability poses a high risk to the confidentiality 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 available, restrict Subscriber-level access and above to trusted users only. Monitor for updates from the Wptobe plugin vendor and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2025-08-14T19:33:35.186Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 68a94470ad5a09ad0026955b
Added to database: 8/23/2025, 4:32:48 AM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 6:07:50 PM
Last updated: 5/10/2026, 1:37:40 PM
Views: 142
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