CRITICAL

CVE-2022-4101

CVSS v3

9.1

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

40.8%

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

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.

Technical details

Published
1/16/2023

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.

Is CVE-2022-4101 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2022-4101 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 40.8%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2022-4101?

CVE-2022-4101 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.1 (CRITICAL severity).

Is CVE-2022-4101 affecting your environment?

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