CVE-2015-10134
HIGHSimple Backup <= 2.7.10 - Arbitrary File Download via Path Traversal
CVSS v3
7.5
HIGH
EPSS Score
56.3%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
none
SSVC status
Description
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.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- 3.1
- Published
- 7/19/2025
- Last Modified
- 12/23/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-10134?
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.
Is CVE-2015-10134 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2015-10134 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 56.3%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2015-10134?
CVE-2015-10134 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity), with vector string 3.1.
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