CVE-2017-20248

Apptha Slider Gallery 1.0 contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to download arbitrary files by manipulating the imgname parameter. Attackers can send requests to asgallDownload.php with directory traversal sequences ../ to access sensitive files outside the intended directory.

Score

CVSS 4.0 8.7 High

Status

Deferred - disclosure@vulncheck.com

Published

2026-06-09

Last modified

2026-06-09

Weaknesses

CWE-22

Affected products

• Apptha Slider Gallery (Apptha)

References

• https://www.apptha.com/
• https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41568
• https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/wordpress-plugin-apptha-slider-gallery-path-traversal-file-download