CVE-2022-2261
CVE-2022-2261 is a high-severity vulnerability in Xplodedthemes Wpide with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Xplodedthemes Wpide
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- Last modified:
Description
The WPIDE WordPress plugin before 3.0 does not sanitize and validate the filename parameter before using it in a require statement in the admin dashboard, leading to a Local File Inclusion issue.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-2261?
- The WPIDE WordPress plugin before 3.0 does not sanitize and validate the filename parameter before using it in a require statement in the admin dashboard, leading to a Local File Inclusion issue.
- How severe is CVE-2022-2261?
- CVE-2022-2261 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2022-2261 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-2261?
- CVE-2022-2261 affects Xplodedthemes Wpide. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-2261?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2022-2261 published?
- CVE-2022-2261 was published on 2022-08-29 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:xplodedthemes:wpide:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
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