CVE-2022-1579

Name: CVE-2022-1579
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-11-21T11:15:19.96+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.66%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-1579 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The function check_is_login_page() uses headers for the IP check, which can be easily spoofed.. EPSS estimates a 0.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The function check_is_login_page() uses headers for the IP check, which can be easily spoofed.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.66%

47.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gunkastudios	Login Block Ips	<= 1.0.0

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6f3d40fa-458b-44f0-9407-763e80b29668Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/6f3d40fa-458b-44f0-9407-763e80b29668Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Nov 21, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-1579?

The function check_is_login_page() uses headers for the IP check, which can be easily spoofed.

How severe is CVE-2022-1579?

CVE-2022-1579 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-1579?

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-2022-1579?

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Source: NVD / NIST