CVE-2022-1273

Public Exploit
Import WP < 2.4.6 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Upload to RCE

Description

The Import WP WordPress plugin before 2.4.6 does not validate the imported file in some cases, allowing high privilege users such as admin to upload arbitrary files (such as PHP), leading to RCE

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.83% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Import WP – Import and Export WordPress data to XML or CSV files
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Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/ad99b9ba-5f24-4682-a787-00f0e8e32603 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-1273?
CVE-2022-1273 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-1273?
To fix CVE-2022-1273, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-1273 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-1273 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-1273?
CVE-2022-1273 affects Unknown Import WP – Import and Export WordPress data to XML or CSV files.
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