CVE-2022-1577

Public Exploit
Database Backup for WordPress < 2.5.2 - Arbitrary Schedule Settings Update via CSRF

Description

The Database Backup for WordPress plugin before 2.5.2 does not have CSRF check in place when updating the schedule backup settings, which could allow an attacker to make a logged in admin change them via a CSRF attack. This could lead to cases where attackers can send backup notification emails to themselves, which contain more details. Or disable the automatic backup schedule

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Database Backup for WordPress
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/39388900-266d-4308-88e7-d40ca6bbe346 third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-1577?
CVE-2022-1577 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-1577?
To fix CVE-2022-1577, 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-2022-1577 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-1577 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-2022-1577?
CVE-2022-1577 affects Unknown Database Backup for WordPress.
This platform uses data from the NIST NVD, MITRE CVE, MITRE CWE, First.org and CISA KEV but is not endorsed or certified by these entities. CVE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CVE content is MITRE's CVE web site. CWE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CWE content is MITRE's CWE web site.
© 2025 Under My Watch. All Rights Reserved.