CVE-2025-15020
MEDIUMCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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Description
The Gotham Block Extra Light plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.0 via the 'ghostban' shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Analysis
Gotham Block Extra Light (WordPress plugin) versions up to 1.5.0 is affected by path traversal (CVSS 6.5).
Technical Context
This vulnerability (CWE-22: Path Traversal) affects Gotham Block Extra Light (WordPress plugin). The Gotham Block Extra Light plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.0 via the 'ghostban' shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
Affected Products
Vendor: WordPress. Product: Gotham Block Extra Light (WordPress plugin). Versions: up to 1.5.0.
Remediation
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Validate and sanitize file path inputs. Use allowlists. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.
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