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CVE-2022-1570: The Files Download Delay WordPress plugin before 1.0.7 does not have authorisation and CSRF checks when reseti

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MEDIUM 6.5UPGRADE

CVE-2022-1570 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.5) affecting files download delay. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The Files Download Delay WordPress plugin before 1.0.7 does not have authorisation and CSRF checks when reseting its settings, which could allow any authenticated users, such as subscriber to perform such action.

Why this priority

  • Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score6.5 (Medium)
Attack vectorNetwork (remote)
Attack complexityLow
Privileges neededLow
User interactionNone
EPSS exploit chance0.4% (top 63%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-352, CWE-862
Published2022-06-08
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): WPScan · Vendor: files download delay project

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

files download delay project files download delay UPGRADE
Affected: < 1.0.7
Fixed in: 1.0.7
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy files-download-delay || rpm -q files-download-delay || files-download-delay --version
2. UPGRADE to 1.0.7 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade files-download-delay
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade files-download-delay
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2022-1570?

files download delay: upgrade to 1.0.7. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2022-1570 being exploited?

CVE-2022-1570 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2022-1570 affect?

CVE-2022-1570 affects files download delay. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.5). The Files Download Delay WordPress plugin before 1.0.7 does not have authorisation and CSRF checks when reseting its settings, which could allow any authenticated users, such as subscriber to perform such action.

How urgent is CVE-2022-1570?

Priority 37/100. Public exploit reference

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