CVE-2022-46438

CVE-2022-46438 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Douco Douphp with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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

Description

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the /admin/article_category.php component of DouPHP v1.7 20221118 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the description parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-46438?
A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the /admin/article_category.php component of DouPHP v1.7 20221118 allows attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a crafted payload injected into the description parameter.
How severe is CVE-2022-46438?
CVE-2022-46438 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-46438 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (32nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-46438?
CVE-2022-46438 affects Douco Douphp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-46438?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-46438 published?
CVE-2022-46438 was published on 2023-01-13 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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