CVE-2022-4140
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.94%
Last modified
CVE-2022-4140 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin before 2.8.5 does not validate user input before using it to output the content of a file, which could allow unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files on the server. EPSS estimates a 2.94% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin before 2.8.5 does not validate user input before using it to output the content of a file, which could allow unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files on the server
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Welcart | Welcart E-Commerce | < 2.8.5 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0d649a7e-3334-48f7-abca-fff0856e12c7Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/0d649a7e-3334-48f7-abca-fff0856e12c7Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-4140?
The Welcart e-Commerce WordPress plugin before 2.8.5 does not validate user input before using it to output the content of a file, which could allow unauthenticated attacker to read arbitrary files on the server
How severe is CVE-2022-4140?
CVE-2022-4140 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.94% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4140?
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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