CVE-2023-2745
WordPress Core < 6.2.1 - Directory Traversal
- Published
- May 17, 2023
- Updated
- Apr 8, 2026
- Assigning CNA
- Wordfence
- Evidence observed
- Apr 22, 2025
Primary CVSS
nvd · CVSS 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:NHigh · next 30 days
- Percentile
- 99.6%
- Model date
- Oct 15, 2026
EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.
Summary
WordPress Core is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in versions up to, and including, 6.2, via the ‘wp_lang’ parameter. This allows unauthenticated attackers to access and load arbitrary translation files. In cases where an attacker is able to upload a crafted translation file onto the site, such as via an upload form, this could be also used to perform a Cross-Site Scripting attack.
Sources
http/cves/2023/CVE-2023-2745.yaml
Nuclei TemplatesDeclared conditions
- network: http($.protocol_keys)
- verification: dsl($.matchers[*].type)
- cve-2023-2745Scanner
Python script to check for CVE-2023-2745 vulnerability by sending crafted HTTP requests to a target URL and analyzing responses.
Responsible use
Use vulnerability information only on systems you own or are authorized to test. Kitploit links to public research metadata and does not store exploit code or malicious payloads.