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    CVE-2026-4030

    The Database Backup for WordPress plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary file read and deletion in all versions up to, and including, 2.5.2. This is due to the plugin not properly enforcing the return value of its authorization check combined with a user-controlled backup directory parameter. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to read and delete arbitrary files on the server, leading to Sensitive Information Exposure and potential site takeover. Note: This vulnerability is only exploitable in WordPress Multisite environments where the deprecated is_site_admin() function exists.

    Published:May 14, 2026
    Last Modified:May 15, 2026
    EPS:May 14, 2026
    EPSS Score:
    CVSS Score:8.1

    Affected Products

    Vendor
    Wordpress
    Product
    Wordpress
    Vendor
    Wpengine
    Product
    Database Backup For Wordpress

    Exploits

    No exploit reference

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    Attack Vector
    Network
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    Physical
    Privileges Required
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    User Interaction
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    Required
    Scope
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    Confidentiality
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    Integrity
    None
    Low
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    Availability
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    High