CVE-2022-24663

Remote Code Execution by Subscriber+ users via WordPress shortcode

Description

PHP Everywhere <= 2.0.3 included functionality that allowed execution of PHP Code Snippets via WordPress shortcodes, which can be used by any authenticated user.

Category

9.9
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.69% Top 20%
Third-Party Advisory wordfence.com
Affected: Alexander Fuchs PHP Everywhere
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2022/02/critical-vulnerabilities-in-php-everywhere-allow-remote-code-execution/ third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-24663?
CVE-2022-24663 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-24663?
To fix CVE-2022-24663, 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-2022-24663 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-24663 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-24663?
CVE-2022-24663 affects Alexander Fuchs PHP Everywhere.
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