CVE-2026-40769: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in Satinder Singh Contact Form Extender for Divi – Save Entries, File Upload & Country Code Field
CVE-2026-40769 is a high severity vulnerability in the Contact Form Extender for Divi – Save Entries, File Upload & Country Code Field plugin by Satinder Singh. It allows unauthenticated attackers to perform arbitrary file deletion via a path traversal flaw. The issue affects versions up to and including 1.0.6. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.6, indicating a significant impact on availability. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-40769) is classified as CWE-22, an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory, commonly known as a path traversal vulnerability. It exists in the Contact Form Extender for Divi plugin, specifically in versions up to 1.0.6 or earlier, allowing unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the affected system. The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or integrity but causes a high impact on availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability enables unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin, potentially disrupting service availability. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity compromise. The high CVSS score reflects the critical impact on availability due to arbitrary file deletion.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the affected plugin and monitor for suspicious activity. Avoid exposing the plugin to untrusted users or networks.
CVE-2026-40769: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in Satinder Singh Contact Form Extender for Divi – Save Entries, File Upload & Country Code Field
Description
CVE-2026-40769 is a high severity vulnerability in the Contact Form Extender for Divi – Save Entries, File Upload & Country Code Field plugin by Satinder Singh. It allows unauthenticated attackers to perform arbitrary file deletion via a path traversal flaw. The issue affects versions up to and including 1.0.6. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.6, indicating a significant impact on availability. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided by the vendor.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.6high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2026-40769) is classified as CWE-22, an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory, commonly known as a path traversal vulnerability. It exists in the Contact Form Extender for Divi plugin, specifically in versions up to 1.0.6 or earlier, allowing unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the affected system. The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or integrity but causes a high impact on availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability enables unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the vulnerable plugin, potentially disrupting service availability. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity compromise. The high CVSS score reflects the critical impact on availability due to arbitrary file deletion.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the affected plugin and monitor for suspicious activity. Avoid exposing the plugin to untrusted users or networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-15T09:20:32.457Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a3061490b89be688893d0fe
Added to database: 6/15/2026, 8:32:09 PM
Last enriched: 6/15/2026, 9:46:11 PM
Last updated: 6/16/2026, 6:08:53 AM
Views: 4
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