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.

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.

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.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-56217?

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

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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CVE-2024-56217

medium

4.3

CWE

862

31/12/2024

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

First published: Tue Dec 31 2024(Updated: )

Missing Authorization vulnerability in W3 Eden, Inc. Download Manager allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects Download Manager: from n/a through 3.3.03.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
W3 Eden Download Manager	<=3.3.03
WP Download Manager	<=3.3.03

Remedy

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

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/download-manager/vulnerability/wordpress-download-manager-plugin-3-3-03-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

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