File Download Vulnerability in EKC Tournament Manager WordPress Plugin
CVE-2024-9765

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Ekc Tournament Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2024-9765?

The EKC Tournament Manager plugin for WordPress prior to version 2.2.2 contains a vulnerability that permits a logged-in administrator to access and download system files located outside the designated WordPress directory. This flaw poses a significant risk as it could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information or configuration files, potentially compromising the security integrity of the site. It is crucial for users of this plugin to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate this risk and ensure the safety of their WordPress installations.

Affected Version(s)

EKC Tournament Manager 0 < 2.2.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-9765 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c86157b0-43f3-4e82-9697-...
exploitvdb-entrytechnical-description

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Vuln Seeker Cybersecurity Team
WPScan
.