Vulnerability Description
The Download Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability checks on the 'dpwap_handle_download_user' and 'dpwap_handle_download_comment' functions in all versions up to, and including, 2.2.0. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to download any comment, and download metadata for any user including user PII and sensitive information including username, email, hashed passwords and application passwords, session token information and more depending on set up and additional plugins installed.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Metagauss | Download Plugin | < 2.2.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/download-plugin/trunk/download-pluginProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/download-plugin/trunk/download-pluginProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/download-plugin/trunk/download-pluginProduct
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3170600/Patch
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e0891211-e4b3-4dcf-8eeThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-9829?
CVE-2024-9829 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The Download Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability checks on the 'dpwap_handle_download_user' and 'dpwap_handle_download_comment' functio...
How severe is CVE-2024-9829?
CVE-2024-9829 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-9829?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Metagauss Download Plugin.