CVE-2021-24698

Public Exploit
Simple Download Monitor < 3.9.6 - Arbitrary Thumbnails Removal

Description

The Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 3.9.6 allows users with a role as low as Contributor to remove thumbnails from downloads they do not own, even if they cannot normally edit the download.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.14%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Simple Download Monitor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/1fda1356-77d8-4e77-9ee6-8f9ceeb3d380 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24698?
CVE-2021-24698 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24698?
To fix CVE-2021-24698, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-24698 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-24698 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24698?
CVE-2021-24698 affects Unknown Simple Download Monitor.
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