CVE-2020-11738

Name: CVE-2020-11738
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-04-13T22:15:10.66+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10Actively ExploitedEPSS 97.82%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2020-11738 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Snap Creek Duplicator plugin before 1.3.28 for WordPress (and Duplicator Pro before 3.8.7.1) allows Directory Traversal via ../ in the file parameter to duplicator_download or duplicator_init.. CISA has confirmed active exploitation in the wild. EPSS estimates a 97.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Snap Creek Duplicator plugin before 1.3.28 for WordPress (and Duplicator Pro before 3.8.7.1) allows Directory Traversal via ../ in the file parameter to duplicator_download or duplicator_init.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

97.82%

99.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Exploitation Status

This vulnerability is listed in CISA’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. Federal agencies must remediate by May 3, 2022.

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Awesomemotive	Duplicator	< 1.3.28
Awesomemotive	Duplicator	< 3.8.7.1

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160621/WordPress-Duplicator-1.3.26-Directory-Traversal-File-Read.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164533/WordPress-Duplicator-1.3.26-Arbitrary-File-Read.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/23.htmlNot Applicable
https://snapcreek.com/duplicator/docs/changelog/?liteRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/02/active-attack-on-recently-patched-duplicator-plugin-vulnerability-affects-over-1-million-sites/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/160621/WordPress-Duplicator-1.3.26-Directory-Traversal-File-Read.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/164533/WordPress-Duplicator-1.3.26-Arbitrary-File-Read.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://cwe.mitre.org/data/definitions/23.htmlNot Applicable
https://snapcreek.com/duplicator/docs/changelog/?liteRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2020/02/active-attack-on-recently-patched-duplicator-plugin-vulnerability-affects-over-1-million-sites/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2020-11738US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Apr 13, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2020-11738?

The Snap Creek Duplicator plugin before 1.3.28 for WordPress (and Duplicator Pro before 3.8.7.1) allows Directory Traversal via ../ in the file parameter to duplicator_download or duplicator_init.

How severe is CVE-2020-11738?

CVE-2020-11738 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 97.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. This vulnerability is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.

How do I fix CVE-2020-11738?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2020-11738?

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Source: NVD / NIST