CVE-2024-2098

Download Manager <= 3.2.89 - Improper Authorization via protectMediaLibrary

Description

The Download Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to an improper authorization check on the 'protectMediaLibrary' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.89. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to download password-protected files.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.90% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: codename065 Download Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/1301c8af-d81a-40f1-96fa-e8252309d8a4?source=cve third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3072712/download-manager patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2098?
CVE-2024-2098 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-2098?
To fix CVE-2024-2098, 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-2024-2098 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-2098 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-2024-2098?
CVE-2024-2098 affects codename065 Download Manager.
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