Unauthorized File Download in Download Manager Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-110949

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Download Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 November 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-110949?

The Download Manager plugin for WordPress has a serious issue where it fails to enforce role restrictions when validating passwords for protected packages. This flaw allows an unauthenticated user who knows the password for a role-restricted package to receive a download key, making it possible to access and download sensitive files meant to be kept secure. It is crucial for users of the affected plugin versions to update to the latest releases to safeguard against this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Download Manager 0 < 3.3.73

Download Manager 4.0.0 < 7.6.2

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-2026-110949 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2ee629f0-d410-4272-991c-...
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Muni Nitish Kumar Yaddala
WPScan
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