CVE-2022-1790
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1790 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The New User Email Set Up WordPress plugin through 0.5.2 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. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The New User Email Set Up WordPress plugin through 0.5.2 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
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| New User Email Set Up Project | New User Email Set Up | <= 0.5.2 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/176d5761-4f01-4173-a70c-6052a6a9963eExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/176d5761-4f01-4173-a70c-6052a6a9963eExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1790?
The New User Email Set Up WordPress plugin through 0.5.2 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
How severe is CVE-2022-1790?
CVE-2022-1790 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-1790?
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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