The Prevent Direct Access – Protect WordPress Files plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Sensitive Information Exposure in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.8 via the 'generate_unique_string' due to insufficient randomness of the generated file name. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to extract sensitive data including files protected by the plugin if the attacker can determine the file name.
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prevent Direct Access Plugin | — | Update prevent-direct-access plugin to version 2.8.8.1, or a newer patched version | May 15, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 |
With curated Threat Intelligence, you can see which vulnerabilities truly put you at risk, prioritize what matters most, and act before attackers do.
Explore Intelligence Hub