Open Redirect Vulnerability in WordPress Download Manager
CVE-2017-2217

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Wordpress
Status
WordPress Download Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 July 2017

Summary

An open redirect vulnerability in WordPress Download Manager, prior to version 2.9.51, enables attackers to manipulate user navigation, allowing redirection to malicious URLs. This can facilitate phishing attacks, where unsuspecting users are tricked into providing sensitive information on fraudulent sites. Proper security measures and timely updates are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

WordPress Download Manager prior to version 2.9.51

References

https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/1650075/
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https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN79738260/index.html
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https://wordpress.org/plugins/download-manager/#developers
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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