CVE-2022-2273
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CVE-2022-2273 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The Simple Membership WordPress plugin before 4.1.3 does not properly validate the membership_level parameter when editing a profile, allowing members to escalate to a higher membership level by using a crafted POST request.. EPSS estimates a 0.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Simple Membership WordPress plugin before 4.1.3 does not properly validate the membership_level parameter when editing a profile, allowing members to escalate to a higher membership level by using a crafted POST request.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple-Membership-Plugin | Simple Membership | < 4.1.3 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/724729d9-1c4a-485c-9c90-a27664c47c84Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/724729d9-1c4a-485c-9c90-a27664c47c84Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
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- Status
- Modified
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