CVE-2022-4101

Public Exploit

Images Optimize and Upload CF7 <= 2.1.4 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion

Description

The Images Optimize and Upload CF7 WordPress plugin through 2.1.4 does not validate the file to be deleted via an AJAX action available to unauthenticated users, which could allow them to delete arbitrary files on the server via path traversal attack.

9.1

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.1 •

EPSS 35.61% Top 5%

Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com

Affected: Unknown Images Optimize and Upload CF7

References

Link	Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/2ce4c837-c62c-41ac-95ca-54bb1a6d1eeb	exploit vdb entry third party advisory technical description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-4101?: CVE-2022-4101 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-4101?: To fix CVE-2022-4101, 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-2022-4101 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2022-4101 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~36% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-4101?: CVE-2022-4101 affects Unknown Images Optimize and Upload CF7.

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