CVE-2026-86611

Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

Download Manager WordPress Plugin CSRF Vulnerability

Publication date: 2026-10-21

Last updated on: 2026-10-21

Assigner: WPScan

Description

The Download Manager WordPress plugin before 3.3.71, Download Manager WordPress plugin before 7.5.9 does not have CSRF checks in some places, allowing attackers to make a logged in admin update its privacy and storage settings via a crafted link, including the credential that gates its unauthenticated maintenance endpoint.

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Meta Information

Published

2026-10-21

Last Modified

2026-10-21

Generated

2026-11-10

AI Q&A

2026-10-22

EPSS Evaluated

2026-11-09

NVD

CVE-2026-86611

EUVD

EUVD-2026-107085

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
Unknown	Download Manager	0
Unknown	Download Manager	4.0.0

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Exploitability

CWE

KEV

CWE ID	Description
CWE-352	The web application does not, or cannot, sufficiently verify whether a request was intentionally provided by the user who sent the request, which could have originated from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) flaw in the Download Manager WordPress plugin. It allows attackers to trick a logged-in admin into changing the plugin's privacy and storage settings via a malicious link. The issue exists because the plugin lacks proper CSRF checks in some areas.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the Download Manager plugin in WordPress. If it is below 3.3.71 (Free) or 7.5.9 (Pro), the system is vulnerable. Review server logs for suspicious admin actions or unauthorized setting changes.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to modify plugin settings, potentially exposing sensitive data or enabling unauthorized access. If the malicious link includes credentials for an unauthenticated maintenance endpoint, it could further compromise the system.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized changes in data handling settings, potentially violating GDPR or HIPAA requirements for data protection and access controls. Non-compliance risks include legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Download Manager plugin to version 3.3.71 (Free) or 7.5.9 (Pro) immediately. Remove any unauthorized admin actions or settings changes made via suspicious links.

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