CVE-2022-2168: Download Manager < 3.2.44 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Published Jul 17, 2022
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Updated

The Download Manager WordPress plugin before 3.2.44 does not escape a generated URL before outputting it back in an attribute of the history dashboard, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Affected Software

2 affected components
Wpdownloadmanager Download Manager Wordpress<3.2.44
W3eden Download Manager Wordpress<3.2.44

Event History

Jul 17, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:36 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:36 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-2168?

CVE-2022-2168 is a vulnerability in the Download Manager WordPress plugin before version 3.2.44 that allows for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2168?

CVE-2022-2168 has a severity rating of medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.

3

How does CVE-2022-2168 affect the Download Manager WordPress plugin?

CVE-2022-2168 affects the Download Manager WordPress plugin before version 3.2.44 by allowing for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-2168?

To fix CVE-2022-2168, update the Download Manager WordPress plugin to version 3.2.44 or later.

5

Which CWE category does CVE-2022-2168 belong to?

CVE-2022-2168 belongs to CWE category 79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting').

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