CVE-2022-31474
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 63.76%
Last modified
CVE-2022-31474 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in iThemes BackupBuddy allows Path Traversal.This issue affects BackupBuddy: from 8.5.8.0 through 8.7.4.1.. EPSS estimates a 63.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in iThemes BackupBuddy allows Path Traversal.This issue affects BackupBuddy: from 8.5.8.0 through 8.7.4.1.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ithemes | Backupbuddy | >= 8.5.8.0, < 8.7.5.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-31474?
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in iThemes BackupBuddy allows Path Traversal.This issue affects BackupBuddy: from 8.5.8.0 through 8.7.4.1.
How severe is CVE-2022-31474?
CVE-2022-31474 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 63.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-31474?
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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