CVE-2026-17542
High
Description
The File Manager WordPress plugin before 6.9.1 does not perform any capability check on one of its file manager connector endpoints, allowing any authenticated user, such as a subscriber, to browse the entire WordPress installation directory and download files of certain types from it, including archives and documents which may contain sensitive data.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductFile Manager
PublishedAug 10, 2026
First seenAug 10, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-200Sensitive information exposure
How to fix
Update
- File Manager6.9.1 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| File Manager | v < 6.9.1 | 6.9.1 |
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