Vulnerability Description
The Download Monitor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the enable_shop() function in all versions up to, and including, 5.0.9. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to enable shop functionality.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpchill | Download Monitor | < 5.0.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/download-monitor/tags/5.0.8/src/AjaxHProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3157424/#file17Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/3acaedff-f616-4b66-920Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-8552?
CVE-2024-8552 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Download Monitor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the enable_shop() function in all versions up to, and including, 5.0.9...
How severe is CVE-2024-8552?
CVE-2024-8552 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-8552?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wpchill Download Monitor.