CVE-2026-39468: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in eLightUp Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework
CVE-2026-39468 is a path traversal vulnerability in the Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework plugin, allowing contributor-level users to delete arbitrary files. This affects versions up to and including 5.11.1. The vulnerability can cause denial of service by deleting files but does not impact confidentiality or integrity. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CWE-22) in Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework allows users with contributor privileges to perform arbitrary file deletion via improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory (path traversal). The issue affects versions up to 5.11.1. The CVSS 3.1 score is 6.8, reflecting a network attack vector with high attack complexity and no privileges required, resulting in a complete availability impact but no confidentiality or integrity impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
An attacker with contributor-level access can delete arbitrary files on the server, leading to denial of service conditions. There is no direct impact on confidentiality or integrity according to the CVSS vector. This could disrupt website functionality or cause data loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict contributor user privileges and monitor for suspicious activity related to file deletions.
CVE-2026-39468: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in eLightUp Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework
Description
CVE-2026-39468 is a path traversal vulnerability in the Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework plugin, allowing contributor-level users to delete arbitrary files. This affects versions up to and including 5.11.1. The vulnerability can cause denial of service by deleting files but does not impact confidentiality or integrity. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
CVSS v3.1
Score 6.8medium
Affected software
Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-22) in Meta Box – WordPress Custom Fields Framework allows users with contributor privileges to perform arbitrary file deletion via improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory (path traversal). The issue affects versions up to 5.11.1. The CVSS 3.1 score is 6.8, reflecting a network attack vector with high attack complexity and no privileges required, resulting in a complete availability impact but no confidentiality or integrity impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
An attacker with contributor-level access can delete arbitrary files on the server, leading to denial of service conditions. There is no direct impact on confidentiality or integrity according to the CVSS vector. This could disrupt website functionality or cause data loss.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict contributor user privileges and monitor for suspicious activity related to file deletions.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-07T10:41:57.169Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a30613d0b89be688893c292
Added to database: 6/15/2026, 8:31:57 PM
Last enriched: 6/15/2026, 10:16:06 PM
Last updated: 6/16/2026, 6:11:29 AM
Views: 6
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