CVE-2022-2222: Download Monitor < 4.5.91 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Download

Published Jul 17, 2022
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Updated

The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 4.5.91 does not ensure that files to be downloaded are inside the blog folders, and not sensitive, allowing high privilege users such as admin to download the wp-config.php or /etc/passwd even in an hardened environment or multisite setup.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WPChill Download Monitor Wordpress<4.5.91

Event History

Jul 17, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:37 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:37 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-2222?

CVE-2022-2222 is a vulnerability in the Download Monitor WordPress plugin before version 4.5.91 that allows high privilege users to download sensitive files regardless of the security settings.

2

How does CVE-2022-2222 affect WordPress websites?

CVE-2022-2222 affects WordPress websites that are using the Download Monitor plugin before version 4.5.91.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2222?

The severity of CVE-2022-2222 is medium, with a severity value of 4.9.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-2222?

To fix CVE-2022-2222, you should update the Download Monitor plugin to version 4.5.91 or later.

5

Is there any additional information available about CVE-2022-2222?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2022-2222 at this reference link: https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/dd48624a-1781-419c-a3c4-1e3eaf5e2c1b

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