The Simple Backup plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Download in versions up to, and including, 2.7.10. via the download_backup_file function. This is due to a lack of capability checks and file type validation. This makes it possible for attackers to download sensitive files such as the wp-config.php file from the affected site.
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simple Backup Plugin | — | Update simple-backup plugin to version 2.7.11, or a newer patched version | Jul 21, 2025 | May 19, 2015 |
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