#VU69859 Improper access control in Download Plugin - CVE-2021-25059

Vulnerability identifier: #VU69859

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 6.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-25059

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Download Plugin
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: CMSHelplive

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Download Plugin: 1.6.0 - 1.6.2

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External links
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b125a765-a6b6-421b-bd8a-effec12bc629
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/download-plugin/wordpress-download-plugin-plugin-1-6-2-auth-broken-access-control-vulnerability

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.