What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Download Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to an improper authorization check on the 'protectMediaLibrary' function in all versions up to, and including, 3.2.89. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to download password-protected files.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Download Manager versions 3.2.89 and earlier contain an authentication bypass vulnerability. An attacker can read sensitive files without logging in, including configuration data and potentially other users' information. The vulnerability requires no user interaction and is remotely exploitable over the network. Site administrators should update immediately to a patched version.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read sensitive files and data without authentication.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can access confidential files, configuration data, and potentially user information without logging in.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
June 13, 2024
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated