Vulnerability Description
The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 5.2.6 does not perform authorization checks on one of its download-logging AJAX actions, and exposes the nonce protecting it to unauthenticated visitors, allowing unauthenticated users to inject arbitrary download log entries and inflate a site's download statistics.
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FAQ
What is CVE-2026-16608?
CVE-2026-16608 is a documented vulnerability. The Download Monitor WordPress plugin before 5.2.6 does not perform authorization checks on one of its download-logging AJAX actions, and exposes the nonce protecting it to unauthenticated visitors, a...
How severe is CVE-2026-16608?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2026-16608. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-16608?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.