CVE-2024-2098 HIGH

CVE-2024-2098: Download Manager <= 3.2.89 - Improper Authorization via protectMediaLibrary

Vendor Codename065
Product Download Manager
Weakness CWE-289
Published June 13, 2024
Last update April 8, 2026

CVSS base score

7.5/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity Low
Privileges required None
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity None

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

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