CVE-2020-35749

CVE-2020-35749 is a high-severity vulnerability in Presstigers Simple Board Job with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.7. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 30% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.

Key facts

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in class-simple_job_board_resume_download_handler.php in the Simple Board Job plugin 2.9.3 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via the sjb_file parameter to wp-admin/post.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2020-35749?
Directory traversal vulnerability in class-simple_job_board_resume_download_handler.php in the Simple Board Job plugin 2.9.3 and earlier for WordPress allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via the sjb_file parameter to wp-admin/post.php.
How severe is CVE-2020-35749?
CVE-2020-35749 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.7, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2020-35749 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 30% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2020-35749?
CVE-2020-35749 affects Presstigers Simple Board Job. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35749?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2020-35749 published?
CVE-2020-35749 was published on 2021-01-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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