CVE-2022-1779
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CVE-2022-1779 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Auto Delete Posts WordPress plugin through 1.3.0 does not have CSRF check in place when updating its settings, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack and delete specific posts, categories and attachments at once.. EPSS estimates a 0.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Auto Delete Posts WordPress plugin through 1.3.0 does not have CSRF check in place when updating its settings, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack and delete specific posts, categories and attachments at once.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Delete Posts Project | Auto Delete Posts | <= 1.3.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/45117646-88ff-41d4-8abd-e2f18d4b693eExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/45117646-88ff-41d4-8abd-e2f18d4b693eExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
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