CVE-2024-11768

Download manager <= 3.3.03 - Improper Authorization to Unauthenticated Download of Password-Protected Files

Description

The Download Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized download of password-protected content due to improper password validation on the checkFilePassword function in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.03. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to download password-protected files.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: codename065 Download Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/feb915f4-66d6-4f46-949c-5354e414319b?source=cve third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/download-manager/trunk/src/__/Apply.php#L376 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-11768?
CVE-2024-11768 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-11768?
To fix CVE-2024-11768, 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-2024-11768 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-11768 is being actively exploited. 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-2024-11768?
CVE-2024-11768 affects codename065 Download Manager.
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