CVE-2022-2891
MEDIUMCVSS 5.9/10EPSS 0.75%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2891 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.9/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP 2FA WordPress plugin before 2.3.0 uses comparison operators that don't mitigate time-based attacks, which could be abused to leak information about the authentication codes being compared.. EPSS estimates a 0.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP 2FA WordPress plugin before 2.3.0 uses comparison operators that don't mitigate time-based attacks, which could be abused to leak information about the authentication codes being compared.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wpwhitesecurity | Wp 2fa | < 2.3.0 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/301b3dce-2584-46ec-92ed-1c0626522120Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/301b3dce-2584-46ec-92ed-1c0626522120Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2891?
The WP 2FA WordPress plugin before 2.3.0 uses comparison operators that don't mitigate time-based attacks, which could be abused to leak information about the authentication codes being compared.
How severe is CVE-2022-2891?
CVE-2022-2891 has a CVSS score of 5.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2891?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-2891?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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