CVE-2022-29454
MEDIUMCVSS 4.3/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2022-29454 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in WordPlus Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.9.148 at WordPress allows attackers to upload files. File attachment to messages must be activated.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in WordPlus Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.9.148 at WordPress allows attackers to upload files. File attachment to messages must be activated.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wordplus | Better Messages | < 1.9.9.149 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/bp-better-messages/#developersRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/bp-better-messages/#developersRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-29454?
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in WordPlus Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.9.148 at WordPress allows attackers to upload files. File attachment to messages must be activated.
How severe is CVE-2022-29454?
CVE-2022-29454 has a CVSS score of 4.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-29454?
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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