CVE-2026-14487: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in tombgtn Simple Coherent Form
The Simple Coherent Form WordPress plugin (up to and including version 2.4.13) contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server. This is due to insufficient validation of file paths in the removeUploadDir function and a forgeable nonce mechanism. Exploitation can lead to remote code execution if critical files like wp-config.php are deleted. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 9.1, indicating critical severity.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-14487 is a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the Simple Coherent Form WordPress plugin by tombgtn. The vulnerability arises from insufficient file path validation in the removeUploadDir function, allowing unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files. The scf_get_id_upload endpoint issues a valid scf_upload_file_removal nonce to any unauthenticated visitor, and the secondary hash check is forgeable offline due to a hardcoded salt in the plugin source. This lack of effective authorization enables attackers to delete files such as wp-config.php, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 2.4.13. No official patch or remediation has been confirmed as of the publication date.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin. This can result in denial of service or remote code execution if critical files (e.g., wp-config.php) are deleted. The vulnerability compromises the 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 available, restrict access to the vulnerable endpoints and consider disabling the Simple Coherent Form plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from the vendor or trusted security sources.
CVE-2026-14487: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in tombgtn Simple Coherent Form
Description
The Simple Coherent Form WordPress plugin (up to and including version 2.4.13) contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server. This is due to insufficient validation of file paths in the removeUploadDir function and a forgeable nonce mechanism. Exploitation can lead to remote code execution if critical files like wp-config.php are deleted. The vulnerability has a high CVSS score of 9.1, indicating critical severity.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.1critical
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-14487 is a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the Simple Coherent Form WordPress plugin by tombgtn. The vulnerability arises from insufficient file path validation in the removeUploadDir function, allowing unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files. The scf_get_id_upload endpoint issues a valid scf_upload_file_removal nonce to any unauthenticated visitor, and the secondary hash check is forgeable offline due to a hardcoded salt in the plugin source. This lack of effective authorization enables attackers to delete files such as wp-config.php, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions up to and including 2.4.13. No official patch or remediation has been confirmed as of the publication date.
Potential Impact
An unauthenticated attacker can delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin. This can result in denial of service or remote code execution if critical files (e.g., wp-config.php) are deleted. The vulnerability compromises the 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 available, restrict access to the vulnerable endpoints and consider disabling the Simple Coherent Form plugin if possible. Monitor for updates from the vendor or trusted security sources.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-02T17:04:50.309Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a4dd5ecc9d9e3dbe3782248
Added to database: 07/08/2026, 04:45:32 UTC
Last enriched: 07/08/2026, 04:59:24 UTC
Last updated: 07/08/2026, 05:20:06 UTC
Views: 5
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