CVE-2022-4101

CVE-2022-4101 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Images Optimize And Upload Cf7 Project Images Optimize And Upload Cf7 with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 29% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-4101?
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.
How severe is CVE-2022-4101?
CVE-2022-4101 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.1, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2022-4101 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 29% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-4101?
CVE-2022-4101 affects Images Optimize And Upload Cf7 Project Images Optimize And Upload Cf7. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-4101?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2022-4101 published?
CVE-2022-4101 was published on 2023-01-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)