CVE-2012-10016: simple-download-button-shortcode vulnerability

What is known

A vulnerability classified as problematic has been found in Halulu simple-download-button-shortcode Plugin 1.0 on WordPress. Affected is an unknown function of the file simple-download-button_dl.php of the component Download Handler. The manipulation of the argument file leads to information disclosure. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. Upgrading to version 1.1 is able to address this issue. The patch is identified as e648a8706818297cf02a665ae0bae1c069dea5f1. It is recommended to upgrade the affected component. VDB-242190 is the identifier assigned to this vulnerability.

Business impact

Successful exploitation of CVE-2012-10016, a medium vulnerability (CVSS 4.3) affecting simple-download-button-shortcode, may affect the confidentiality, integrity or availability of the vulnerable environment. The exact impact depends on the installed version, exposed interfaces and deployment configuration.

Recommended administrator action

Confirm whether simple-download-button-shortcode is present and compare installed versions with the vendor advisory and NVD record. Apply the vendor patch or documented mitigation; until remediation is complete, reduce exposure of affected interfaces, review relevant logs and monitor for indicators of exploitation. DataHouse can support version verification, managed patching, network exposure reduction, log review and backup validation for dedicated, cloud and colocated environments.

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