CVE-2022-1578
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.43%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1578 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The My wpdb WordPress plugin before 2.5 is missing CSRF check when running SQL queries, which could allow attacker to make a logged in admin run arbitrary SQL query via a CSRF attack. EPSS estimates a 0.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The My wpdb WordPress plugin before 2.5 is missing CSRF check when running SQL queries, which could allow attacker to make a logged in admin run arbitrary SQL query via a CSRF attack
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| My Wpdb Project | My Wpdb | < 2.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c280da92-4ac2-43ea-93a2-6c583b79b98bExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c280da92-4ac2-43ea-93a2-6c583b79b98bExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1578?
The My wpdb WordPress plugin before 2.5 is missing CSRF check when running SQL queries, which could allow attacker to make a logged in admin run arbitrary SQL query via a CSRF attack
How severe is CVE-2022-1578?
CVE-2022-1578 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1578?
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.
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