CVE-2022-3062
CVE-2022-3062 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Simplefilelist Simple-file-list with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 44% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-79.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.1)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 44% (99th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-79
- Affected product: Simplefilelist Simple-file-list
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The Simple File List WordPress plugin before 4.4.12 does not escape parameters before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2022-3062?
- The Simple File List WordPress plugin before 4.4.12 does not escape parameters before outputting them back in attributes, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting
- How severe is CVE-2022-3062?
- CVE-2022-3062 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.1, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2022-3062 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 44% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2022-3062?
- CVE-2022-3062 affects Simplefilelist Simple-file-list. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2022-3062?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2022-3062 published?
- CVE-2022-3062 was published on 2022-09-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:simplefilelist:simple-file-list:*:*:*:*:*:wordpress:*:*
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