CVE-2022-1985: XSS
First published: Mon Jun 13 2022(Updated: )
The Download Manager Plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to reflected Cross-Site Scripting in versions up to, and including 3.2.42. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on the 'frameid' parameter found in the ~/src/Package/views/shortcode-iframe.php file.
Credit: security@wordfence.com security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress Download Manager | <=3.2.42 |
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Reference Links
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=2736071%40download-manager&new=2736071%40download-manager&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/download-manager/#developers
- https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2022/06/security-vulnerability-download-manager-plugin/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/79fcf18e-39f7-42f2-90e4-3a5bac3382e0?source=cve
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-1985
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-1985?
CVE-2022-1985 is categorized as a reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability with a medium severity rating.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1985?
To remediate CVE-2022-1985, update the Download Manager Plugin for WordPress to version 3.2.43 or later.
Which versions of the Download Manager Plugin are affected by CVE-2022-1985?
CVE-2022-1985 affects versions of the Download Manager Plugin for WordPress up to and including 3.2.42.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-1985?
CVE-2022-1985 is a reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.
What parameters are involved in the CVE-2022-1985 vulnerability?
The vulnerability CVE-2022-1985 specifically affects the 'frameid' parameter found in the shortcode-iframe.php file.
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