Understanding Vulnerabilities in WordPress Plugins
Every week, we highlight known vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins. This information helps you stay informed about potential risks and take appropriate action to protect your website. By addressing these vulnerabilities, you ensure the safety and integrity of your WordPress site and its data.
Plugin: CM Download Manager – Document and File Management
Vulnerability: Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting
Patched Version: 2.8.0
Recommended Action: Update to version 2.8.0, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Super Store Finder
Vulnerability: Arbitrary File Upload
Patched Version: 6.2
Recommended Action: Update to version 6.2, or a newer patched version
Plugin: PDF File Browser
Vulnerability: Remote Code Execution
Patched Version: No patched version available
Recommended Action: No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability’s details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization’s risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement.
Plugin: Simple Download Monitor
Vulnerability: Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting
Patched Version: 3.3.9
Recommended Action: Update to version 3.3.9, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Loginizer
Vulnerability: SQL Injection
Patched Version: 1.6.4
Recommended Action: Update to version 1.6.4, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Simple Download Monitor
Vulnerability: SQL Injection
Patched Version: 3.8.9
Recommended Action: Update to version 3.8.9, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Advanced Booking Calendar
Vulnerability: Unauthenticated SQL Injection
Patched Version: 1.6.2
Recommended Action: Update to version 1.6.2, or a newer patched version
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