CVE-2020-36836
CVSS v3
8.1
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.5 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-10-03
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The WP Fastest Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary file deletion in versions up to, and including, 0.9.0.2 due to a lack of capability checking and insufficient path validation. This makes it possible for authenticated users with minimal permissions to delete arbitrary files from the server.
Technical details
- Published
- 2024-10-16
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2020-36836?
The WP Fastest Cache plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized arbitrary file deletion in versions up to, and including, 0.9.0.2 due to a lack of capability checking and insufficient path validation. This makes it possible for authenticated users with minimal permissions to delete arbitrary files from the server.
Is CVE-2020-36836 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2020-36836 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.5% on 2026-10-03, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2020-36836?
CVE-2020-36836 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.1 (HIGH severity).
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