CVE-2026-11974: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in wp-media-folder-addon
The wp-media-folder-addon WordPress plugin before 4.1.7 does not validate a user-supplied parameter before using it in a file read operation in two AJAX actions available to unauthenticated users, leading to Arbitrary File Disclosure and Server-Side Request Forgery on sites where a cloud storage connection has been configured. This is an incomplete fix of CVE-2026-9690, whose patch hardened only one of the affected cloud-storage handlers and left the others unpatched.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The wp-media-folder-addon WordPress plugin versions prior to 4.1.7 contain a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) due to insufficient validation of user-supplied parameters in two AJAX actions accessible without authentication. This flaw enables attackers to read arbitrary files on the server and perform server-side request forgery if cloud storage is configured. The vulnerability is an incomplete remediation of CVE-2026-9690, which only addressed one cloud storage handler, leaving others exposed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of arbitrary files on the server and server-side request forgery, potentially exposing sensitive information and enabling further attacks. The vulnerability affects confidentiality but does not impact integrity or availability directly. It is exploitable remotely without authentication, increasing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official fix or patch is currently confirmed for this vulnerability. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to AJAX endpoints if possible and monitor for suspicious activity related to file access. Avoid configuring cloud storage connections if not necessary.
CVE-2026-11974: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in wp-media-folder-addon
Description
The wp-media-folder-addon WordPress plugin before 4.1.7 does not validate a user-supplied parameter before using it in a file read operation in two AJAX actions available to unauthenticated users, leading to Arbitrary File Disclosure and Server-Side Request Forgery on sites where a cloud storage connection has been configured. This is an incomplete fix of CVE-2026-9690, whose patch hardened only one of the affected cloud-storage handlers and left the others unpatched.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.6high
Affected software
wp-media-folder-addon
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The wp-media-folder-addon WordPress plugin versions prior to 4.1.7 contain a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) due to insufficient validation of user-supplied parameters in two AJAX actions accessible without authentication. This flaw enables attackers to read arbitrary files on the server and perform server-side request forgery if cloud storage is configured. The vulnerability is an incomplete remediation of CVE-2026-9690, which only addressed one cloud storage handler, leaving others exposed.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to disclosure of arbitrary files on the server and server-side request forgery, potentially exposing sensitive information and enabling further attacks. The vulnerability affects confidentiality but does not impact integrity or availability directly. It is exploitable remotely without authentication, increasing risk.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official fix or patch is currently confirmed for this vulnerability. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict access to AJAX endpoints if possible and monitor for suspicious activity related to file access. Avoid configuring cloud storage connections if not necessary.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- WPScan
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-11T11:50:00.532Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a699fb99c2644c7f814eac5
Added to database: 07/29/2026, 06:37:45 UTC
Last enriched: 08/13/2026, 16:30:06 UTC
Last updated: 09/12/2026, 22:01:31 UTC
Views: 75
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