CVE-2021-34638

WordPress Download Manager <= 3.1.24 Authenticated Directory Traversal

Description

Authenticated Directory Traversal in WordPress Download Manager <= 3.1.24 allows authenticated (Contributor+) users to obtain sensitive configuration file information, as well as allowing Author+ users to perform XSS attacks, by setting Download template to a file containing configuration information or an uploaded JavaScript with an image extension This issue affects: WordPress Download Manager version 3.1.24 and prior versions.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.57%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: W3 Eden, Inc. WordPress Download Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2021/07/wordpress-download-manager-vulnerabilities/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-34638?
CVE-2021-34638 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-34638?
To fix CVE-2021-34638, 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-2021-34638 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-34638 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-34638?
CVE-2021-34638 affects W3 Eden, Inc. WordPress Download Manager.
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