CVE-2023-6421

Public Exploit
Download Manager < 3.2.83 - Unauthenticated Protected File Download Password Leak

Description

The Download Manager WordPress plugin before 3.2.83 does not protect file download's passwords, leaking it upon receiving an invalid one.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 82.44% Top 5%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Download Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/244c7c00-fc8d-4a73-bbe0-7865c621d410 broken link third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6421?
CVE-2023-6421 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6421?
To fix CVE-2023-6421, 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-2023-6421 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-6421 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~82% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-6421?
CVE-2023-6421 affects Unknown Download Manager.
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