CVE-2024-56217: WordPress Download Manager plugin <= 3.3.03 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2024
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Updated

Missing Authorization vulnerability in Shahjada Download Manager download-manager allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Download Manager: from n/a through <= 3.3.03.

Affected Software

3 affected components
W3eden Download Manager Wordpress<3.3.04
W3 Eden Download Manager<=3.3.03
WordPress Download Manager<=3.3.03

Remediation

Information

Update the WordPress Download Manager wordpress plugin to the latest available version (at least 3.3.04).

Event History

Dec 31, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:21 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:21 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-56217?

CVE-2024-56217 is classified as a Missing Authorization vulnerability that can lead to unauthorized access due to improperly configured access controls.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-56217?

To fix CVE-2024-56217, update the W3 Eden Download Manager or WordPress Download Manager to a version later than 3.3.03 that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-56217?

CVE-2024-56217 affects users of W3 Eden Download Manager and WordPress Download Manager up to and including version 3.3.03.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56217?

CVE-2024-56217 is identified as a Missing Authorization vulnerability related to broken access control.

5

What could an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2024-56217?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2024-56217 could gain unauthorized access to restricted resources or downloads that should be protected.

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