CVE-2021-25059

Public Exploit

Download Plugin < 2.0.0 - Subscriber+ Website Download

Description

The Download Plugin WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly validate a user has the required privileges to access a backup's nonce identifier, which may allow any users with an account on the site (such as subscriber) to download a full copy of the website.

4.3

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 0.09%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Download Plugin

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b125a765-a6b6-421b-bd8a-effec12bc629	third party advisory exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25059?: CVE-2021-25059 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-25059?: To fix CVE-2021-25059, 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-2021-25059 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2021-25059 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-2021-25059?: CVE-2021-25059 affects Unknown Download Plugin.

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