CVE-2021-24696 is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the Simple Download Monitor WordPress plugin prior to version 3.9.9. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to trick administrators into performing actions like exporting logs, deleting logs, or removing thumbnail images from downloads, potentially leading to information disclosure or data manipulation. With a CVSS score of 8.8 (High), it presents a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion has been observed, the vulnerability's high severity warrants prompt patching.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
< 3.9.9CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:tipsandtricks-hq:simple_download_monitor:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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