CVE-2022-45354
HighExploitedDownload Monitor <= 4.7.60 - Sensitive Information Exposure via REST API
Published May 9, 2023 · Updated Apr 28, 2026 · Also known as ddf67d69-f362-4380-a396-300c7edbd9f3
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-45354 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3.1) affecting Download Monitor (Wpchill).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since May 10, 2023. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Download Monitor 4.7.70, Download Monitor 4.7.60.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
38%
Higher than 98.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor vulnerability in WPChill Download Monitor.This issue affects Download Monitor: from n/a through 4.7.60.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | May 10, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Download MonitorWpchill | >= n/a | 4.7.60 |
Patched Releases
Download Monitor
4.7.70, 4.7.60
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
May 9, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
May 10, 2023
Last updated
Apr 28, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-200 Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
- CWE-862 Missing Authorization
References
- advisoryhttps://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/download-monitor/wordpress-download-monitor-plugin-4-7-60-sensitive-data-exposure-vulnerability?_s_id=cve
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ddf67d69-f362-4380-a396-300c7edbd9f3?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/ddf67d69-f362-4380-a396-300c7edbd9f3?source=api-scan
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor vulnerability in WPChill Download Monitor.This issue affects Download Monitor: from n/a through 4.7.60.
Affected: Download Monitor (Wpchill) versions >= n/a. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since May 10, 2023.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Download Monitor 4.7.70, Download Monitor 4.7.60.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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