CWE
352 732
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-24703: Download Plugin < 1.6.1 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary Plugin Activation

First published: Tue Nov 23 2021(Updated: )

The Download Plugin WordPress plugin before 1.6.1 does not have capability and CSRF checks in the dpwap_plugin_activate AJAX action, allowing any authenticated users, such as subscribers, to activate plugins that are already installed.

Credit: contact@wpscan.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Metagauss Download Plugin<1.6.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-24703?

    CVE-2021-24703 is a vulnerability in the Download Plugin WordPress plugin before version 1.6.1.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-24703?

    The severity of CVE-2021-24703 is medium, with a CVSS score of 5.7.

  • How does CVE-2021-24703 affect the Download Plugin WordPress plugin?

    CVE-2021-24703 allows any authenticated users, such as subscribers, to activate plugins that are already installed.

  • How can I fix CVE-2021-24703?

    To fix CVE-2021-24703, update the Download Plugin WordPress plugin to version 1.6.1 or higher.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-24703?

    You can find more information about CVE-2021-24703 at this reference link: [https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/4ed8296e-1306-481f-9a22-723b051122c0](https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/4ed8296e-1306-481f-9a22-723b051122c0)

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