CVE-2025-7641 Details
Description
The Assistant for NextGEN Gallery plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary directory deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the /wp-json/nextgenassistant/v1.0.0/control REST endpoint in all versions up to, and including, 1.0.9. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary directories on the server, which can cause a complete loss of availability.
A vulnerability allowing arbitrary directory deletion has been identified in the Assistant for NextGEN Gallery WordPress plugin, in all versions through 1.0.9. This issue arises from inadequate file path validation in the REST endpoint /wp-json/nextgenassistant/v1.0.0/control. As a result, unauthenticated attackers can delete arbitrary directories on the server, leading to a complete loss of availability.
No known patch is available. It is recommended to uninstall the affected plugin and find a replacement.
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Assessed Aug 15, 2025CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 15, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-22 | Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Assistant for NextGEN Gallery | 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 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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