W3 Total Cache permits unauthenticated path traversal
W3 Total Cache 2.10.2 and earlier permits unauthenticated path traversal. Attacker-controlled path data reaches a filesystem operation without adequate restriction, but.
- Component
- W3 Total Cache
- Plugin slug
w3-total-cache- Affected
- n/a through 2.10.2
- Safe version
2.10.3- Published
- Aug 06, 2026
This CVE was published Aug 06, 2026 and is one of 23 known issues for this plugin.
Update, patch or deactivate.
Update W3 Total Cache to 2.10.3 or later.
A safe version is available, so updating to that version or later is the preferred remediation. If an immediate update is not practical, consider a targeted application patch or temporarily restricting the affected functionality.
Deactivate only when warranted by your risk profile, or when advised by your hosting provider in the limited circumstances where the vulnerability cannot otherwise be mitigated. If you’re unsure which action is appropriate, contact Fused or your hosting provider for guidance.
Technical description
Unauthenticated Path Traversal in W3 Total Cache <= 2.10.2 versions.
CVE / CNA vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:L