CVE-2022-2275
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.29%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2275 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP Edit Menu WordPress plugin before 1.5.0 does not have CSRF in an AJAX action, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin delete arbitrary posts/pages from the blog via a CSRF attack. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP Edit Menu WordPress plugin before 1.5.0 does not have CSRF in an AJAX action, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin delete arbitrary posts/pages from the blog via a CSRF attack
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp Edit Menu Project | Wp Edit Menu | < 1.5.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/07757d1e-39ad-4199-bc7a-ecb821dfc996Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/07757d1e-39ad-4199-bc7a-ecb821dfc996Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2275?
The WP Edit Menu WordPress plugin before 1.5.0 does not have CSRF in an AJAX action, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin delete arbitrary posts/pages from the blog via a CSRF attack
How severe is CVE-2022-2275?
CVE-2022-2275 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2275?
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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