CVE-2022-40216
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.45%
Last modified
CVE-2022-40216 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Auth. (subscriber+) Messaging Block Bypass vulnerability in Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.10.69 on WordPress.. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Auth. (subscriber+) Messaging Block Bypass vulnerability in Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.10.69 on WordPress.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wordplus | Better Messages | < 1.9.10.71 |
References
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/bp-better-messages/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/bp-better-messages/#developersRelease Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40216?
Auth. (subscriber+) Messaging Block Bypass vulnerability in Better Messages plugin <= 1.9.10.69 on WordPress.
How severe is CVE-2022-40216?
CVE-2022-40216 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40216?
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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