What is CVE-2022-2594?

CVE-2022-2594 is a vulnerability in the Advanced Custom Fields WordPress plugin before version 5.12.3, and Advanced Custom Fields Pro WordPress plugin before version 5.12.3.

How severe is CVE-2022-2594?

CVE-2022-2594 has a severity rating of 8.8 out of 10, which is considered high.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-2594?

CVE-2022-2594 affects Advanced Custom Fields and Advanced Custom Fields Pro versions between 5.0.0 and 5.12.3.

How can I fix CVE-2022-2594?

To fix CVE-2022-2594, update your Advanced Custom Fields and Advanced Custom Fields Pro plugins to version 5.12.3 or newer.

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CVE-2022-2594

high

8.8

CWE

434

22/8/2022

3/8/2024

CVE-2022-2594: Advanced Custom Fields 5.0-5.12.2 - Unauthenticated File Upload

Q: What is the impact of CVE-2022-2594?

CVE-2022-2594 allows unauthenticated users to upload files allowed in a default WP configuration if there is a frontend form available.

First published: Mon Aug 22 2022(Updated: )

The Advanced Custom Fields WordPress plugin before 5.12.3, Advanced Custom Fields Pro WordPress plugin before 5.12.3 allows unauthenticated users to upload files allowed in a default WP configuration (so PHP is not possible) if there is a frontend form available. This vulnerability was introduced in the 5.0 rewrite and did not exist prior to that release.

Credit: contact@wpscan.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Advanced Custom Fields	>=5.0.0<5.12.3
Advanced Custom Fields	>=5.0.0<5.12.3

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What is CVE-2022-2594?
CVE-2022-2594 is a vulnerability in the Advanced Custom Fields WordPress plugin before version 5.12.3, and Advanced Custom Fields Pro WordPress plugin before version 5.12.3.
How severe is CVE-2022-2594?
CVE-2022-2594 has a severity rating of 8.8 out of 10, which is considered high.
What is the impact of CVE-2022-2594?
CVE-2022-2594 allows unauthenticated users to upload files allowed in a default WP configuration if there is a frontend form available.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-2594?
CVE-2022-2594 affects Advanced Custom Fields and Advanced Custom Fields Pro versions between 5.0.0 and 5.12.3.
How can I fix CVE-2022-2594?
To fix CVE-2022-2594, update your Advanced Custom Fields and Advanced Custom Fields Pro plugins to version 5.12.3 or newer.

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