CVE-2022-2557

Public Exploit
WordPress Team Members Showcase < 4.1.2 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary File Read and Deletion

Description

The Team WordPress plugin before 4.1.2 contains a file which could allow any authenticated users to download arbitrary files from the server via a path traversal vector. Furthermore, the file will also be deleted after its content is returned to the user

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.74% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown Team – WordPress Team Members Showcase Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/c043916a-92c9-4d02-8cca-1a90e5382b7e third party advisory exploit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-2557?
CVE-2022-2557 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-2557?
To fix CVE-2022-2557, 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-2022-2557 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-2557 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-2557?
CVE-2022-2557 affects Unknown Team – WordPress Team Members Showcase Plugin.
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