CVE-2022-2273
CVSS v3
8.8
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.2 %
exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The Simple Membership WordPress plugin before 4.1.3 does not properly validate the membership_level parameter when editing a profile, allowing members to escalate to a higher membership level by using a crafted POST request.
Technical details
- Published
- 2022-08-01
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2022-2273?
The Simple Membership WordPress plugin before 4.1.3 does not properly validate the membership_level parameter when editing a profile, allowing members to escalate to a higher membership level by using a crafted POST request.
Is CVE-2022-2273 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2022-2273 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.2% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-2273?
CVE-2022-2273 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.8 (HIGH severity).
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