CVE-2022-1826
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.51%
Last modified
CVE-2022-1826 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Cross-Linker WordPress plugin through 3.0.1.9 does not have CSRF check in place when creating Cross-Links, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin perform such action via a CSRF attack. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Cross-Linker WordPress plugin through 3.0.1.9 does not have CSRF check in place when creating Cross-Links, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin perform such action 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cross-Linker Project | Cross-Linker | <= 3.0.1.9 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b9dba241-d94c-4ce5-8730-445ba8005e66Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b9dba241-d94c-4ce5-8730-445ba8005e66Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-1826?
The Cross-Linker WordPress plugin through 3.0.1.9 does not have CSRF check in place when creating Cross-Links, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin perform such action via a CSRF attack
How severe is CVE-2022-1826?
CVE-2022-1826 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-2022-1826?
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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