CVE-2025-10176: Arbitrary File Access in Plugin Archiver

The primary impact of CVE-2025-10176 is the potential for remote code execution. By exploiting this vulnerability, an attacker with administrator privileges can delete arbitrary files on the WordPress server. The most critical scenario involves deleting wp-config.php, which contains sensitive database credentials and configuration settings. Loss of this file would effectively disable the WordPress site and could allow an attacker to gain complete control over the server. Furthermore, deletion of other critical system files could lead to denial of service or further compromise of the system. This vulnerability shares similarities with other file deletion vulnerabilities where improper input validation allows attackers to bypass security controls.

1. Reserved2025-09-09
2. Published2025-09-12
3. Modified2026-04-08
4. EPSS updated2026-04-02

The immediate mitigation for CVE-2025-10176 is to upgrade the Plugin Archiver plugin to a patched version as soon as it becomes available. Until a patch is released, consider disabling the plugin entirely to prevent exploitation. As a temporary workaround, restrict file access permissions on the WordPress server to minimize the potential impact of a successful attack. Implement a Web Application Firewall (WAF) with rules to block suspicious file deletion requests targeting the plugin's endpoints. Monitor WordPress logs for unusual file deletion activity. After upgrading, verify the fix by attempting to access and delete a non-critical file through the plugin's interface to ensure proper validation is in place.

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