What is CVE-2021-24696?

CVE-2021-24696 is a vulnerability in the Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin before version 3.9.9 that allows attackers to perform CSRF attacks.

How does CVE-2021-24696 impact the Simple Download Monitor plugin?

CVE-2021-24696 allows attackers to perform CSRF attacks, which can lead to various malicious activities such as log disclosure and deletion, as well as unauthorized removal of thumbnail images.

What is the severity level of CVE-2021-24696?

CVE-2021-24696 has a severity level of 8.8 (high).

How can I fix CVE-2021-24696?

To fix CVE-2021-24696, you should update your Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin to version 3.9.9 or later.

Is there any additional information about CVE-2021-24696?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-24696 and its impact on the Simple Download Monitor plugin at the following reference: [CVE-2021-24696](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e94772af-39ac-4743-a556-52351ebda9fe)

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CVE-2021-24696

high

8.8

CWE

352

24/1/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2021-24696: Simple Download Monitor < 3.9.9 - Multiple CSRF

First published: Mon Jan 24 2022(Updated: )

The Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 3.9.9 does not enforce nonce checks, which could allow attackers to perform CSRF attacks to 1) make admins export logs to exploit a separate log disclosure vulnerability (fixed in 3.9.6), 2) delete logs (fixed in 3.9.9), 3) remove thumbnail image from downloads

Credit: contact@wpscan.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Tipsandtricks-hq Simple Download Monitor	<3.9.9

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https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e94772af-39ac-4743-a556-52351ebda9fe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-24696?
CVE-2021-24696 is a vulnerability in the Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin before version 3.9.9 that allows attackers to perform CSRF attacks.
How does CVE-2021-24696 impact the Simple Download Monitor plugin?
CVE-2021-24696 allows attackers to perform CSRF attacks, which can lead to various malicious activities such as log disclosure and deletion, as well as unauthorized removal of thumbnail images.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-24696?
CVE-2021-24696 has a severity level of 8.8 (high).
How can I fix CVE-2021-24696?
To fix CVE-2021-24696, you should update your Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin to version 3.9.9 or later.
Is there any additional information about CVE-2021-24696?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-24696 and its impact on the Simple Download Monitor plugin at the following reference: [CVE-2021-24696](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/e94772af-39ac-4743-a556-52351ebda9fe)

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