CVE-2022-2222

Public Exploit
Download Monitor < 4.5.91 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Download

Description

The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 4.5.91 does not ensure that files to be downloaded are inside the blog folders, and not sensitive, allowing high privilege users such as admin to download the wp-config.php or /etc/passwd even in an hardened environment or multisite setup.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.42%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Download Monitor
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dd48624a-1781-419c-a3c4-1e3eaf5e2c1b third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2222?
CVE-2022-2222 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2222?
To fix CVE-2022-2222, 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-2022-2222 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-2222 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-2022-2222?
CVE-2022-2222 affects Unknown Download Monitor.
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