8.8
CWE
352
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-36288: WordPress Download Manager plugin <= 3.2.48 - Multiple Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities

First published: Tue Aug 23 2022(Updated: )

Multiple Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerabilities in W3 Eden Download Manager plugin <= 3.2.48 at WordPress.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
WordPress Download Manager<=3.2.48

Remedy

Update to 3.2.49 or higher version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-36288?

    CVE-2022-36288 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for misuse in cross-site request forgery attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-36288?

    To fix CVE-2022-36288, update the W3 Eden Download Manager plugin to version 3.2.49 or later.

  • What types of attacks does CVE-2022-36288 enable?

    CVE-2022-36288 enables multiple Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks that could lead to unauthorized actions on behalf of authenticated users.

  • Which versions of the W3 Eden Download Manager plugin are affected by CVE-2022-36288?

    CVE-2022-36288 affects all versions of the W3 Eden Download Manager plugin up to and including 3.2.48.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2022-36288 if I cannot update immediately?

    While the best practice is to update, a temporary workaround involves implementing CSRF tokens in the plugin settings where possible.

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