CVE-2022-0363: myCred < 2.4.4 - Subscriber+ Arbitrary Post Creation

Published Apr 25, 2022
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Updated

The myCred WordPress plugin before 2.4.3.1 does not have any authorisation and CSRF checks in the mycred-tools-import-export AJAX action, allowing any authenticated users, such as subscribers, to call it and import mycred setup, thus creating badges, managing points or creating arbitrary posts.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Mycred myCred WordPress<2.4.3.1
Wpexperts Mycred Wordpress<2.4.3.1

Event History

Apr 25, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:50 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:50 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-0363?

CVE-2022-0363 is a vulnerability in the myCred WordPress plugin before version 2.4.3.1 that allows authenticated users to import mycred setup and perform tasks they are not authorized to do.

2

How does CVE-2022-0363 affect my website?

CVE-2022-0363 affects websites that have the myCred plugin installed and have a version before 2.4.3.1. Authenticated users, such as subscribers, can use this vulnerability to exploit the mycred-tools-import-export AJAX action and perform unauthorized actions.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2022-0363?

CVE-2022-0363 has a severity rating of 4.3 (medium).

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-0363?

To fix CVE-2022-0363, update the myCred WordPress plugin to version 2.4.3.1 or later.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2022-0363?

With CVE-2022-0363, an authenticated user can call the mycred-tools-import-export AJAX action and import mycred setup, thus being able to create badges, manage points, or create arbitrary posts.

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