CVE-2022-1765

Name: CVE-2022-1765
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-06-13T13:15:12.383+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 0.61%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-1765 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Hot Linked Image Cacher WordPress plugin through 1.16 is vulnerable to CSRF. This can be used to store / cache images from external domains on the server, which could lead to legal risks (due to copyright violations or licensing rules).. EPSS estimates a 0.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Hot Linked Image Cacher WordPress plugin through 1.16 is vulnerable to CSRF. This can be used to store / cache images from external domains on the server, which could lead to legal risks (due to copyright violations or licensing rules).

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

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

EPSS Probability

0.61%

44.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-352

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hot Linked Image Cacher Project	Hot Linked Image Cacher	<= 1.16

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b50e7622-c1dc-485b-a5f5-b010b40eef20Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b50e7622-c1dc-485b-a5f5-b010b40eef20Exploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 13, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-1765?

How severe is CVE-2022-1765?

CVE-2022-1765 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-1765?

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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Source: NVD / NIST