MEDIUM
CVE-2012-0898
CWE-22Published: January 20, 2012· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
5.0
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in meb_download.php in the myEASYbackup plugin 1.0.8.1 for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the dwn_file parameter.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2012-0898 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityP
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (6)
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http://secunia.com/advisories/47594Vendor Advisory
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http://secunia.com/advisories/47594Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2012-0898
CVSS Score5.0 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-22
CISA KEVNo
Affected2 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 20, 2012
Related CVEs (CWE-22)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2012-0898 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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