What the vulnerability does
01Description
A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Halulu simple-download-button-shortcode Plugin 1.0 on WordPress. Affected is an unknown function of the file simple-download-button_dl.php of the component Download Handler. The manipulation of the argument file leads to information disclosure. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. Upgrading to version 1.1 is able to address this issue. The patch is identified as e648a8706818297cf02a665ae0bae1c069dea5f1. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. VDB-242190 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Simple Download Button Shortcode plugin for WordPress contains an information exposure vulnerability. An authenticated user with low privileges can read sensitive data that should be restricted. The plugin does not properly limit access to certain information, allowing logged-in users to view data beyond their intended scope.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive information that should be restricted to higher-privilege users.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Authenticated users can access private or restricted information, potentially exposing site data or user details.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must be logged in to the WordPress site with a low-privilege account (e.g., subscriber or contributor).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
October 16, 2023
CVE published
September 16, 2024
Record updated
