CVE-2022-1538

Public Exploit
Theme-Demo-Importer < 1.1.1 - Admin+ Arbitrary File Upload

Description

Theme Demo Import WordPress plugin before 1.1.1 does not validate the imported file, allowing high-privilege users such as admin to upload arbitrary files (such as PHP) even when FILE_MODS and FILE_EDIT are disallowed.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.39%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Theme Demo Import
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/b19adf7c-3983-487b-9b46-0f2922b08c1c/ third party advisory vdb entry exploit technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-1538?
CVE-2022-1538 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-1538?
To fix CVE-2022-1538, 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-2022-1538 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-1538 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-1538?
CVE-2022-1538 affects Unknown Theme Demo Import.
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