CVE-2022-3849
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.05%
Last modified
CVE-2022-3849 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The WP User Merger WordPress plugin before 1.5.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as admin. EPSS estimates a 1.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The WP User Merger WordPress plugin before 1.5.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as admin
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wp User Merger Project | Wp User Merger | < 1.5.3 |
References
- https://bulletin.iese.de/post/wp-user-merger_1-5-1_3/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/511327d3-499b-4ad9-8fd3-99f9f7deb4f5Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bulletin.iese.de/post/wp-user-merger_1-5-1_3/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/511327d3-499b-4ad9-8fd3-99f9f7deb4f5Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-3849?
The WP User Merger WordPress plugin before 1.5.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as admin
How severe is CVE-2022-3849?
CVE-2022-3849 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3849?
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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