How severe is CVE-2022-50961?

CVE-2022-50961 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-50961 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-50961?

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

Does CVE-2022-50961 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2022-50961 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2022-55982.

When was CVE-2022-50961 published?

CVE-2022-50961 was published on 2026-05-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-50961

CVE-2022-50961 is a medium-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.4. 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: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.4)
CVSS v4: 5.1
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (9th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2022-55982
Weakness: CWE-79
Published: 2026-05-10
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

WordPress Plugin IP2Location Country Blocker 2.26.7 contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject arbitrary JavaScript code through the Frontend Settings interface. Attackers can inject malicious scripts in the URL field of the Display page settings that execute when administrators or other authenticated users visit the plugin settings page.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-50961?: WordPress Plugin IP2Location Country Blocker 2.26.7 contains a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability that allows authenticated users to inject arbitrary JavaScript code through the Frontend Settings interface. Attackers can inject malicious scripts in the URL field of the Display page settings that execute when administrators or other authenticated users visit the plugin settings page.
How severe is CVE-2022-50961?: CVE-2022-50961 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-50961 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (9th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-50961?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2022-50961 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2022-50961 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2022-55982.
When was CVE-2022-50961 published?: CVE-2022-50961 was published on 2026-05-10 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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