CVE-2022-2926

Public Exploit
Download Manager < 3.2.55 - Admin+ Arbitrary File/Folder Access via Path Traversal

Description

The Download Manager WordPress plugin before 3.2.55 does not validate one of its settings, which could allow high privilege users such as admin to list and read arbitrary files and folders outside of the blog directory

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.84% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Download Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2a440e1a-a7e4-4106-839a-d93895e16785 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2926?
CVE-2022-2926 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2926?
To fix CVE-2022-2926, 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-2022-2926 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-2926 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. 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-2022-2926?
CVE-2022-2926 affects Unknown Download Manager.
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