CVE-2022-1565

Description

The plugin WP All Import is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation via the wp_all_import_get_gz.php file in versions up to, and including, 3.6.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with administrator level permissions and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible.

Category

7.2
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 27.79% Top 5%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: wpallimport Import any XML or CSV File to WordPress
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References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/5d281333-d9af-4eb7-bc5c-ea7ceeddac03?source=cve third party advisory
https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2749264/wp-all-import/trunk?contextall=1&old=2737093&old_path=%2Fwp-all-import%2Ftrunk patch
https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-1565 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-1565?
CVE-2022-1565 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-1565?
To fix CVE-2022-1565, 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-2022-1565 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-1565 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~28% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-1565?
CVE-2022-1565 affects wpallimport Import any XML or CSV File to WordPress.
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