CVE-2025-7772 Details
Description
The Malcure Malware Scanner — #1 Toolset for WordPress Malware Removal plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 16.8 via the wpmr_inspect_file() function due to a missing capability check. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information.
A vulnerability allowing arbitrary file read has been identified in the Malcure Malware Scanner WordPress plugin, in all versions through 16.8. The issue arises in the wpmr_inspect_file() function, where a missing capability check allows authenticated users with subscriber-level access and above to read arbitrary files on the server. This could lead to the exposure of sensitive information.
Users are advised to update the Malcure Malware Scanner WordPress plugin to version 16.9 or a newer patched version.
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Assessed Jul 18, 2025CISA-ADP
Assessed Jul 18, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-862 | Missing Authorization | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| Malcure Malware Scanner | 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 |
| Jul 18, 2025 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |
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