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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
What the vulnerability does
The Download Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the savePackage function in all versions up to, and including, 3.3.12. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php).
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Download Manager versions 3.3.12 and earlier contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker with low-level access can bypass directory restrictions and access sensitive files outside the intended download folder, including configuration files and other protected data.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server filesystem, including configuration and sensitive data.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files (configs, database credentials, private keys) may be exposed to any authenticated user.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site.
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