CVE-2022-3768

CVE-2022-3768 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wpsmartcontracts with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. 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-89.

Key facts

Description

The WPSmartContracts WordPress plugin before 1.3.12 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as author

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-3768?
The WPSmartContracts WordPress plugin before 1.3.12 does not properly sanitise and escape a parameter before using it in a SQL statement, leading to a SQL injection exploitable by users with a role as low as author
How severe is CVE-2022-3768?
CVE-2022-3768 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-3768 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-3768?
CVE-2022-3768 affects Wpsmartcontracts. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-3768?
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-2022-3768 published?
CVE-2022-3768 was published on 2022-11-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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