CVE-2022-2260

Public Exploit
GiveWP < 2.21.3 - DoS via CSRF

Description

The GiveWP WordPress plugin before 2.21.3 does not have CSRF in place when exporting data, and does not validate the exporting parameters such as dates, which could allow attackers to make a logged in admin DoS the web server via a CSRF attack as the plugin will try to retrieve data from the database many times which leads to overwhelm the target's CPU.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.11%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown GiveWP – Donation Plugin and Fundraising Platform
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/831b3afa-8fa3-4cb7-8374-36d0c368292f third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2260?
CVE-2022-2260 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2260?
To fix CVE-2022-2260, 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-2022-2260 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-2260 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-2022-2260?
CVE-2022-2260 affects Unknown GiveWP – Donation Plugin and Fundraising Platform.
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