How severe is CVE-2022-40215?

CVE-2022-40215 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-40215 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-40215?

CVE-2022-40215 affects Tabs Project Tabs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-40215?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-40215 published?

CVE-2022-40215 was published on 2022-09-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-40215

CVE-2022-40215 is a low-severity vulnerability in Tabs Project Tabs with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.4. 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-79.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (34th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-79
Affected product: Tabs Project Tabs
Published: 2022-09-23
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Multiple Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Tabs plugin <= 3.7.1 at WordPress.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-40215?: Multiple Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Tabs plugin <= 3.7.1 at WordPress.
How severe is CVE-2022-40215?: CVE-2022-40215 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.4, rated low severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-40215 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (34th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-40215?: CVE-2022-40215 affects Tabs Project Tabs. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40215?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-40215 published?: CVE-2022-40215 was published on 2022-09-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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