CVE-2026-22460
HIGHCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H
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Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in wpWax FormGent formgent allows Path Traversal.This issue affects FormGent: from n/a through <= 1.4.2.
Analysis
Path traversal in wpWax FormGent plugin versions up to 1.4.2 enables unauthenticated remote attackers to access files outside intended directories. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and can be exploited over the network to cause denial of service or potentially disclose sensitive information. …
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Remediation
Within 24 hours: Audit all systems running FormGent ≤1.4.2 and disable the plugin if non-critical; document affected instances. Within 7 days: Implement WAF rules to block path traversal patterns (../, ..\, etc.) targeting FormGent endpoints; conduct file access logs review for suspicious activity. …
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