CVE-2024-13780 Details
Description
The Hero Mega Menu - Responsive WordPress Menu Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the hmenu_delete_menu() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.16.5. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary directories on the server.
A vulnerability allowing arbitrary file deletion has been identified in the Hero Mega Menu - Responsive WordPress Menu Plugin, affecting all versions through 1.16.5. The issue arises from inadequate file path validation in the hmenu_delete_menu() function, enabling unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary directories on the server.
No known patch is available. It is recommended to review the vulnerability details and consider uninstalling the affected plugin.
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No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
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Assessed Mar 5, 2025CISA-ADP
Assessed Mar 5, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://codecanyon.net/item/hero-menu-responsive-wordpress-mega-menu-plugin/10324895 | [email protected] | Broken LinkProductVendor |
| https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/17872fe4-b566-44ca-8218-3677fb75cb1c?source=cve | [email protected] | AdvisoryRemedy |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-862 | Missing Authorization | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Hero Mega Menu - Responsive WordPress Menu Plugin | All versions |
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Mar 5, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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