8.8
High
CVE-2026-17540 The File Manager WordPress plugin before 6.9.1 does not properly authorise its file management commands, allowing any…
Description
The File Manager WordPress plugin before 6.9.1 does not properly authorise its file management commands, allowing any authenticated user, such as a subscriber, to read and delete arbitrary files under the WordPress installation directory, which could lead to the disclosure of the site's configuration secrets and to denial of service.
Affected products and versions
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| File Manager 6.9 | earliest → < 6.9.1 | 6.9.1 |
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