CVE-2021-25059

Name: CVE-2021-25059
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-11-28T14:15:10.663+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.63%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-25059 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The Download Plugin WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly validate a user has the required privileges to access a backup's nonce identifier, which may allow any users with an account on the site (such as subscriber) to download a full copy of the website.. EPSS estimates a 0.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Download Plugin WordPress plugin before 2.0.0 does not properly validate a user has the required privileges to access a backup's nonce identifier, which may allow any users with an account on the site (such as subscriber) to download a full copy of the website.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

4.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

0.63%

45.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Metagauss	Download Plugin	< 2.0.0

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b125a765-a6b6-421b-bd8a-effec12bc629Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b125a765-a6b6-421b-bd8a-effec12bc629Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 28, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-25059?

How severe is CVE-2021-25059?

CVE-2021-25059 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-25059?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2021-25059?

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Source: NVD / NIST